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For 1990-2009 cars only

Important: Before attempting to diagnose the inclination sensor, ensure that the Intrusion Sensor Part A and Part B are enabled in the Dash Integration Module (DIM) Set Options menu.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Theft Deterrent System Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Theft Deterrent System Connector End Views

DEFINITION: After arming, the Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) system does not enter alarm mode when there is motion inside the vehicle.

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

Were you sent here from Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Alarm Mode Inoperative?

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Go to Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Alarm Mode Inoperative

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  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Disconnect the intrusion sensor harness connector.
  3. Probe the intrusion sensor battery positive voltage circuit at the intrusion sensor harness connector with a test lamp that is connected to a good ground.

Does the test lamp illuminate?

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4

With a DMM, measure the voltage of the intrusion sensor alarm on signal circuit at the intrusion sensor harness connector.

Is the voltage near the specified value?

B+

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Go to Step 6

5

Test the intrusion sensor armed signal circuit for a short to voltage, a short to ground, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 7

6

Test the intrusion sensor alarm on signal circuit for an open or a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

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7

Inspect for a loose or poor connection at the harness connector of the intrusion sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

8

Repair the intrusion sensor battery positive voltage circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

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9

Replace the intrusion sensor. Refer to Theft Deterrent Sensor Replacement .

Did you correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 10

10

Inspect for a loose or poor connection at the harness connector of the rear integration module (RIM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

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Replace the RIM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 12

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

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