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Network Message Chart

BCM Network Input Messages 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
RKE data RTM The RTM sends the BCM programmed passive key information.
PATS start request target command PCM The PCM sends the BCM a challenge request for a valid ID.

IPC Network Input Messages 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
Vehicle mode BCM Used by the IPC to display No Key Detected when the START/STOP button is pressed and no programmed key is detected within the vehicle.
Ignition status BCM Used by the IPC to power up when the START/STOP button is pressed and a programmed key is detected within the vehicle or to power down when the request is to turn the vehicle off.

PCM Network Input Messages 

Broadcast Message Originating Module Message Purpose
PATS control command BCM The response from the BCM supplying the PCM challenge ID. If the BCM ID response is incorrect, then PATS prevents the vehicle from starting.