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Network Message Chart

IPC Network Input Messages 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
PATS control command PCM The PCM sends the IPC a challenge request for a valid ID.

PCM Network Input Messages 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
PATS start request target data IPC The response from the IPC supplying the PCM challenge ID. If the IPC ID response is incorrect, then PATS prevents the vehicle from starting.