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For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Audible Warning System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Audible Warnings System Check

2

  1. Disconnect the instrument panel integration module (IPM) connector C1.
  2. Use a DMM in order to measure the resistance from IPM connector C1 terminal D7 to ground.

Does the resistance vary between the specified values when the key is in the ignition and when the key is removed?

5 ohms (Key in ignition)

∞(Key not in ignition)

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Disconnect the ignition switch.
  2. Use a DMM in order to measure the resistance from IPM connector C1 terminal D7 to ground.

Is the resistance less than the specified value?

10 Kohms

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Repair the low resistance or short to ground on CKT 80 (LT GRN).

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Audible Warnings System Check

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5

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition and Start Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Audible Warnings System Check

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6

Inspect the IPM connector C1 for damage.

Is the connector OK?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

7

Repair the damaged connector.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Audible Warnings System Check

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8

Replace the IPM. Refer to Body Control Module Replacement (Heater and A/C Control/IPM)

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Audible Warnings System Check

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