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PINPOINT TEST B : B10D7:87 or B10D7:8F: Notes

Diagnostic Overview 

B10D7:87 or B10D7:8F 

Normal Operations and Fault Conditions 

When the ignition is turned to the RUN or START position, the BCM activates the transceiver to read the key in the ignition. If the BCM does not receive a PATS key code or if the code is invalid, PATS is disabled and the engine does not start.

DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

DTC Description Fault Trigger Conditions
B10D7:87 PATS Key: Missing Message Set by the BCM when there is no PATS key read. This DTC sets if a non-Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) key is used to turn the ignition on.
B10D7:8F PATS Key: Erratic Set by the BCM when there is a partial or corrupt PATS key read.

Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks