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Network Message Chart

Module Network Input Messages - BCM 

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

Module Network Input Messages - IPC 

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.

Module Network Input Messages - PCM 

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.