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Initialization Procedure

  1. Obtain vehicle's unique PIN number assigned to it's original SKIM module from vehicle owner or Chrysler's customer center.
  2. Using scan tool, select THEFT ALARM, SKIM, then MISCELLANEOUS. Select SKIM MODULE REPLACED function.
  3. Enter SECURED ACCESS mode using unique 4-digit PIN number.
  4. Program vehicle's VIN number into SKIM memory.
  5. Program country code into SKIM memory (U.S.).
  6. Transfer vehicle's unique secret key data from PCM. This process will require SKIM module to be in SECURED ACCESS mode. The PIN number must be entered into scan tool before SKIM will enter SECURED ACCESS mode. Once SECURED ACCESS mode is active, SKIM will remain in that mode for 60 seconds.
  7. Program all customer keys into SKIM memory. This requires that SKIM be in SECURED ACCESS mode. The SKIM will immediately exit SECURED ACCESS mode after each key is programmed.