P1632high severityPowertrain
Theft Deterrent System - Fuel Disabled
on 2005 Cadillac CTS 2.8L V6 · RWD
What this code means
The theft deterrent system has actively disabled fuel delivery because the correct key/password was not verified. The PCM is preventing the engine from running as an anti-theft measure.
Symptoms
- Engine will not start
- Engine cranks but does not fire
- Security light illuminated
- No fuel injector pulse
Common causes
- Incorrect key used
- Passlock sensor failure
- BCM not sending fuel enable signal
- New BCM not programmed to vehicle
- Key transponder failure
Diagnostic steps
- Verify correct key is being used
- Check security light behavior
- Perform theft deterrent relearn procedure
- Test fuel enable circuit
- Check BCM programming
Repair notes
Perform security relearn procedure. If using correct key and relearn fails, replace Passlock sensor. Ensure BCM is programmed to the vehicle.
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P0014
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P0015
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