Transponder is located near the Key knob and communicates while ignition ON translates encrypted PIN data back and forth.
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Transponder does not need a battery, only receives energy from the vehicle.
Transponder is all in one with the Key. Therefore, transponder cannot be removed or replaced and is semi-permanent unless damaged by induced shock.
If ICU detects invalid transponder data, the DTC will set.
Item | Detecting Condition | Possible Cause |
DTC Strategy |
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Data status receiving from transponder | 1. Faulty Transponder |
Threshold value |
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When the coil supplies energy to the transponder which in turn accumulates energy in the condenser, ICU transmits the data(40bit) to the transponder If ECM/PCM detects difference between data receiving from transponder and predetermined value, DTC will set | |
Detecting time |
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1 time | |
DTC Erasing Condition |
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Without a fault or using a GDS |
Fig.1) A normal signal waveform of antenna and immobilizer communication when IG key(TP : Transponder) is OFF to ON.