P0513-INVALID SKIM KEY

For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W.



Possible Causes
INCORRECT VIN PROGRAMMED IN THE PCM
NO COMMUNICATION WITH SKREEM
NO VIN PROGRAMMED IN THE PCM
IGNITION KEY
PCM

Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).



Diagnostic Test

1. ACTIVE DTC

NOTE: Diagnose any Can C or Can B failures before continuing.


Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, View DTCs.

Is the DTC Active at this time?

Yes


No

2. NO COMMUNICATION WITH SKREEM

With the scan tool, attempt to communicate with the SKREEM.

Can the scan tool communicate with the SKREEM?

Yes


No

3. SKREEM TROUBLE CODES SET

With the scan tool, check for SKREEM DTCs.

Are any DTCs present in the SKREEM?

Yes


No

4. VIN PROGRAMMED INTO PCM

With the scan tool, display the VIN that is programmed in the PCM.

Has a VIN been programmed into the PCM?

Yes


No

5. PCM

Turn the ignition off.
Replace and program the SKREEM per Service Information.

NOTE: If this vehicle is equipped with a Steering Column Lock Module, it must be replaced along with the SKREEM.


Ignition on, engine not running.
With the scan tool, erase all SKREEM and PCM DTCs.
Attempt to start and idle the engine.
With the scan tool, read the PCM DTCs.

Does the scan tool display this code?

Yes


No

6. IGNITION KEY

NOTE: You must obtain the SKREEM pin number.


NOTE: This DTC could have been set if the SKREEM harness connector was disconnected, or if the SKREEM was replaced recently.


NOTE: All keys that the customer uses for this vehicle must be tested to verify they are operating properly.


Ignition on, engine not running.
Verify the correct VIN is programmed into the PCM and SKREEM.
Turn the ignition off.
With each customer key turn the ignition key on and crank the engine to start.
With the scan tool, read the PCM DTCs. Look for P0513.

Is the DTC P0513 still active?

Yes


No