Track key did not activate

[byronj]

This past Saturday I noticed my TK did not activate. Even my girl noticed the car wasn't in TK mode. This was after a 45 min trip as well. I have only been using TK lately and haven't have any issues. Ive been keeping an eye on it since then and its been doing its job. Has anyone else had anything like this happen?

Thx for any input

 

[Fomoco302]

You have premium in the tank? Last year driving to Vegas I could only find 89 octane some places and TK wouldn't kick in. Just a thought.

 

[VoodooBoss]

Does it show the TK is in use? On the 12's there were two messages when using TK. One when you start up and the second after it activated.

 

[TMSBOSS]

Are you seeing any CELs? Can you check for codes?

TK may not activate if there are other issues.

 

[F.D. Sako]

Mine did that once as well. I didn't think much of it and just restarted the car at the next stop light... a few min later lopey idle activated. I took it as a small ECU error. Also, it hasn't happened again, yet.

 

[DEye]

Has anyone tried using the TK without the ECU flash?

 

[VoodooBoss]

Has anyone tried using the TK without the ECU flash?

Yes, the red key works just like the silver key.

 

[byronj]

I always run 91 octane.

The initial message came on but the second message did not appear.

I have no CELs or any other issues that I'm aware of.

Maybe it was just a fluke 1 time issue.

Thanks for your input guys

 

[Macker]

According to the Track Key Customer instructions, the FAQ section states "What if the "Trackey idle/Engine Enabled" message is never displayed but all other TracKey features work"?

- For lopey idle to be enabled, three conditions must first be satisfied. THe first condition is that 130 seconds must have elapsed since the engine coolant temp reached 170 degrees F (77 C) while the engine is running. The second condition is that the engine must not currently be idling (Note that it is sufficient just to rev it up in the neutral or drive away once the other conditions have been met and lopey idel mode will be enabled). The third condition is that there must be no detected failures of any PCM sensors. Specifically, this means lopey idle will be disabled if any of the following is true:

- Misfire detected
- air charge temp sensor failure detected
- Cylinder head temp sensor failure detected
- Ignition coil failure detected
- Crank sensor failure detected
- Throttle body control failure detected
- Cam position sensor failure detected
- Vehicle speed sensor failure detected
- Accelerator pedal sensor failure detected
- Mass Air Flow sensor failure detected

If lopey idle is not being enabled because the PCM is detecting misfires, it may be necessary to have your dealer peform a neutral profile learn procedure.

What if the "Trackey Idle/Engine Enabled" message is displayed but the idle is not very lopey?

- First, verify that the engine oil level is correct. Make sure to use only 5W50 oil, as cam control can vary dependent on oil viscosity. Secondly, turn off all accessories such as AC, rear window defrost, etc. If the idle still isn't lopey, the PCM may need to relearn the zero (or "home") position of the cams. To facilitate this learning process, shut the engine off, restart the engine using the silver key and let the engine idle for 5 mins. with the vehicle stationary. Do not touch the accelerator pedal during this time. Once the zero position is learned, it should not need to be relearned unless the battery is disconnected or the PCM is reflashed.