Diagnostic Procedure
- Turn ignition off. Connect New Generation Star (NGS) tester or equivalent to OBD-II Data Link Connector-2 (DLC-2). See Figure. Turn ignition on. Monitor for FREEZE FRAME DATA and ensure data has been recorded. Check for service bulletins and/or other line of repair information related to this DTC. If repair information is available, perform diagnosis and repair as necessary. After repair, go to step 4. If repair information is not available, go to next step.
- Leave ignition on. Using NGS tester or equivalent, clear DTCs from PCM memory. Start engine and let it idle until it reaches normal operation temperature. Monitor for DTCs. If same DTC P1622 is present, go to next step. If same DTC P1622 is not present, go to step 4.
- Turn ignition off. Check if engine start normally using another registered key. If engine start normally, key used previously is defective, discard it and go to next step. If engine does not start, go to next step.
- Return vehicle to original condition. Using NGS tester or equivalent, clear DTCs from PCM memory. Start engine and let it idle until it reaches normal operation temperature. Monitor for DTCs. If same DTC P1622 is present, replace PCM. For PCM removal and installation, see POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE in REMOVAL, OVERHAUL & INSTALLATION article. If any other DTC is present, follow appropriate DTC diagnostic procedure.