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Schematic Reference: Instrument Cluster Schematics

1

Did you review the Instrument Panel, Gages and Console Description and Operation and perform the necessary inspections?

Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms - Instrument Panel, Gages and Console

2

Verify that the chime is inoperative.

Does the system operate normally?

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Connect a fused jumper wire to the LH front door jamb switch connector.
  2. Connect the other side of the fused jumper wire to ground.
  3. Set the conditions to cause a audible warning.

Does the chime sound?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Replace the LH front door jamb switch. Refer to Front Side Door Jamb Switch Replacement in Lighting Systems.

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 8

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5

  1. Disconnect the ignition switch connector.
  2. Connect a fused jumper wire from the ignition switch connector cavity 1 to cavity 2 of the same connector.
  3. Set the conditions to cause an audible warning.

Does the chime sound?

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 6

6

Replace the multifunction alarm. Refer to Multifunction Alarm Module Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 8

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7

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement - On Vehicle in Steering Wheel and Column-Standard.

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 8

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8

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 3