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P1696

DTC P1696 AUTHENTICATION FAIL

Component Location:




COMPONENT LOCATION

DTC DESCRIPTION
The ECM sets DTC P1696 if invalid key is inserted into key hole for Authentication.

DTC Detecting Condition:




DTC DETECTING CONDITION

Schematic Diagram:




SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

COMPONENT INSPECTION
1. Check transponder and ECU status
1. IGN "ON" & Engine "OFF"




2. Monitor the "KEY STATUS" and "ECU STATUS" Parameter on the Scantool.

Specification : 'LEARNT'

3. Are "KEY STATUS" and "ECU STATUS" Parameter within specifications?

YES
- Check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage.
- Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.

NO
- Register as necessary and then go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure
- CASE 1. KEY STATUS "VIRGIN" : Register transponder key now inserted
- CASE 2. KEY STATUS "INVALID" : Register all transponder key

VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR
After a repair, it is essential to verify that the fault has been corrected.
1. Connect scantool and select "Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)" mode and then clear DTC.
2. Operate the vehicle and monitor the DTC on the scantool.
3. Are any DTCs present?

YES - Go to the applicable troubleshooting procedure.

NO - System is performing to specification at this time.