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Sentry Key Immobilizer Module: Installation

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WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. SEE AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ARTICLE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
  1. Position the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM). On models with a manual transmission, lift the multi-function switch upward off of the upper steering column housing far enough to insert the SKIM antenna formation between the ignition key release button and the multi-function switch housing.
  2. Slide the SKIM antenna ring around the ignition switch lock cylinder housing, then rotate the SKIM and its mounting bracket upwards and toward the steering column.
  3. Align the SKIM mounting bracket clip with the inboard lower flange of the steering column and, push upward firmly on the connector end of the SKIM mounting bracket to engage the clip with the steering column.
  4. Reconnect the cross body wire harness connector for the SKIM to the SKIM connector.
  5. On models equipped with a manual transmission, install and tighten the screws that secure the multi-function switch assembly to the upper steering column housing. Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (20 INCH lbs.).
  6. Position both the upper and lower shrouds onto the steering column. See Figure .
  7. Install and tighten the screws that secure the lower steering column shroud to the upper shroud. Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 INCH lbs.).
  8. Move the tilt steering column to the fully raised position and secure it in place by moving the tilt release lever back to the locked (up) position.
  9. Reinstall the steering column opening cover. See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER article.
  10. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
    NOTE: If the SKIM has been replaced with a new unit, the Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) MUST be initialized before the vehicle can be operated. Refer to, VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY article.
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