Sentry Key Immobilizer Module: Installation

WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, DRIVER AIRBAG, PASSENGER AIRBAG, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, FRONT IMPACT SENSORS, SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. SEE AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ARTICLE FOR DISABLING AND ENABLING PROCEDURES.

NOTE: If the SKIM is being replaced with a new unit, the Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) MUST be initialized before the vehicle can be operated. See POWER DOOR LOCKS & REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM article for SKIS initialization procedure.

Position the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) to the right side of the steering column. Lift the multi-function switch upward off of the upper steering column housing far enough to insert the SKIM antenna ring formation between the ignition key release button and the multi-function switch housing.
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.
Align the SKIM mounting bracket clip with the right lower flange of the steering column jacket and, push upward firmly and evenly on the connector end of the SKIM mounting bracket to engage this clip with the steering column jacket.
Reconnect the instrument panel wire harness connector for the SKIM to the module connector.
Position both the upper and lower shrouds onto the steering column.
Align the snap features on the lower shroud the upper shroud and apply pressure to snap them together.
From below the steering column, install the screws that secure the lower shroud to the upper shroud. Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 in. lbs.).
If the vehicle is equipped with tilt steering column, 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.
Reconnect the negative battery cable.