Schematic Reference: Audible Warnings Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console Connector End Views

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

1. Turn the headlamps OFF.
2. Turn the ignition OFF.
3. Remove the key from the ignition.
4. Close all doors.

Does the chime sound?

Go to Step 3

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

Do any indicators illuminate when the chime sounds?

Go to Symptoms - Instrument Panel, Gages and Console

Go to Step 4

1. Install a scan tool.
2. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
3. Observe the Key in Ignition parameter in the BCM Input 1 data List.
4. Turn the ignition OFF.
5. Remove and insert the key from the ignition.

Does the Key in Ignition parameter change states?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

Test the key in ignition signal circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 6

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the ignition key alarm switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 7

Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition and Start Switch Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 9

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Replace the body control module (BCM). Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 9

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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

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