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For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Instrument Cluster Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to A Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster

2

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  2. With a scan tool, command the security indicator ON.

Does the security indicator lamp turn ON and OFF when commanded?

Go to A Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent

Go to Step 3

3

Test for an open or short to battery in the security indicator control circuit from the BCM to the IPC. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Replace the instrument cluster (IPC). Refer to IP Cluster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 5

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5

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2