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Schematic Reference: Audible Warnings Schematics

1

Did you review the Audible Warning 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 always on.

Does the system operate normally?

Go to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

Remove the LH front door jamb switch connector.

Does the audible warning remain ON?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

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

Did you complete the repair?

Go to Step 8

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5

  1. Reconnect the LH front door jamb switch connector.
  2. Disconnect the ignition key alarm switch.

Does the alarm stop sounding?

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 7

6

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

Is the repair complete?

Go to Step 8

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7

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

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