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Theft Deterrent - 30 Minute Re-Learn Procedure

IMPORTANT: This procedure is not available on vehicle's equipped with option code (Z49).

Use this procedure after replacing:
- The keys
- The theft deterrent controller module
- The PCM (if necessary, see important above)

1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF using a Master PASS-Key III key (Black).
2. Observe the Security telltale, after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn off.
3. Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 two more times for a total of 3 cycles or 30 minutes.

IMPORTANT: The vehicle learns the key information and/or passwords on the ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK. You must turn the ignition OFF before attempting to start the vehicle.

5. Start the vehicle, the vehicle has now learned the key and password information.
6. With a scan tool, clear any DTCs.

"For a description of the RPO Code(s) shown in this article or any of the images therein, refer to the RPO Code List found at Vehicle/Application ID".