
OPERATION
Each Sentry Key has a unique transponder identi-
fication code permanently programmed into it by the
manufacturer. Likewise, the SKIM has a unique
9Secret Key9code programmed into it by the manu-
facturer as well. When a Sentry Key is programmed
into the memory of the SKIM, the SKIM stores the
transponder identification code from the Sentry Key,
and the Sentry Key learns the9Secret Key9code from
the SKIM. Once the Sentry Key learns the9Secret
Key9code of the SKIM, it is also permanently pro-
grammed into the transponder's memory. Therefore,
blank keys for the SKIS must be programmed by the
SKIM in addition to being cut to match the mechan-
ical coding of the ignition lock cylinder. Refer to Elec-
trical, Vehicle Theft Security, Transponder Key,
Standard Procedure - Transponder Programming.
The Sentry Key's transponder is within the range
of the SKIM's transceiver antenna ring when it is
inserted into the ignition lock cylinder. When the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the
SKIM communicates with the Sentry Key via a radio
frequency (RF) signal. The SKIM determines if a
valid key is present based on the information it
receives from the Sentry Key. If a valid key is
detected, that fact is communicated to the PCM via
the PCI bus and the vehicle is allowed to continue
running. If an invalid key is received by the PCM or
no status at all is communicated, the vehicle will
stall after two (2) seconds of running. The indicator
light will be flashing at this point. The Sentry Key's
transponder can not be repaired. If it is faulty or
damaged, it must be replaced.
Common communication problems:
²Two transponder keys too close together.
²Speed Pass too close to transponder key.
Solid indicator that there is a system failure.
²Loss of PCM communication.
²Failed antenna circuit.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TRANSPONDER
PROGRAMMING
USING A DRB IIITSCAN TOOL
All Sentry Keys included with the vehicle are pre-
programmed to work with the Sentry Key Immobi-
lizer System (SKIS) when it is shipped from the
factory. The Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM)
can be programmed to recognize up to a total of eight
Sentry Keys. When programming a blank Sentry Key
transponder, the key must first be cut to match the
ignition lock cylinder of the vehicle for which it will
be used. The vehicle's four digit PIN code will be
required to complete this task since you will need it
to enter the Secured Access Mode in the SKIM. Thefollowing steps must be completed using a DRB IIIt
scan tool:
(1) Insert the blank key into the ignition and turn
it to the RUN position.
(2) Using a DRB IIItscan tool, select9Theft
Alarm,99SKIM,99Miscellaneous,9and then9Program
New Key.9
(3) Enter the four digit PIN code using the DRB
IIItscan tool. When programming is completed, the
SKIM will exit Secured Access Mode and the DRB
IIItscan tool will display the results of your attempt
to program the key. One of five distinct results may
be displayed. All five are listed below:
²(Programming Successful(is displayed if the
Sentry Key programming is successful.
²(Learned Key in Ignition(is displayed if the
key in the ignition has already been programmed
into that vehicle's SKIM.
²(Eight Keys Already Learned (At The Maxi-
mum) Programming Not Done(is displayed if
eight keys have already been programmed into the
SKIM. In this case, if a new key needs to be added
due to a lost or defective key, the9Erase All Keys9
command (which requires entering the Secured
Access Mode) has to be performed. Following the
9Erase All Keys9command, all keys that will be used
to operate the vehicleMUSTbe reprogrammed to
the SKIM.
²(Programming Not Attempted(is displayed
after an9Erase All Keys9function is executed.
²(Programming Key Failed(is displayed if fur-
ther diagnosis is required.
To learn additional keys, turn the ignition OFF,
remove the learned key, insert the next new blank
key, and repeat the steps from the beginning.
ªCUSTOMER LEARNº MODE
This feature is only available on domestic vehicles
or those which have a U.S. country code designator.
This procedure requires access to at least two valid
Sentry Keys. If two valid Sentry Keys are not avail-
able, Sentry Key programming will require the use of
a DRB IIItscan tool.
The steps required to program Sentry Keys with
two valid Sentry Keys follows:
(1) Obtain the blank Sentry Key(s) that need to be
programmed. Cut the keys to match the ignition lock
cylinder mechanical key codes.
(2) Insert one of the two valid Sentry Keys into the
ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to the
ON position.
(3) After the ignition switch has been in the ON
position for longer than three seconds, but no more
than fifteen seconds, cycle the ignition switch back to
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TRANSPONDER KEY (Continued)

the OFF position. Replace the first valid Sentry Key
in the ignition lock cylinder with the second valid
Sentry Key and turn the ignition switch back to the
ON position. The second valid Sentry Key must be
inserted within 15 seconds of removing the first valid
Sentry key.
(4) About ten seconds after the completion of Step
3, the indicator light will start to flash and a single
audible chime tone will sound to indicate that the
system has entered the9Customer Learn9program-
ming mode.
(5) Within sixty seconds of entering the9Customer
Learn9programming mode, turn the ignition switch
to the OFF position, replace the valid Sentry Key
with a blank Sentry Key transponder, and turn the
ignition switch back to the ON position.
(6) About ten seconds after the completion of Step
5, a single audible chime tone will sound and the
indicator light will stop flashing and stay on solid for
three seconds and then turn off to indicate that the
blank Sentry Key has been successfully programmed.
The SKIS will immediately exit the9Customer
Learn9programming mode and the vehicle may be
started using the newly programmed Sentry Key.
These steps must be completed in their entirety for
each additional Sentry Key to be programmed. If any
of the above steps are not completed in the given
sequence, or within the allotted time, the SKIS will
exit the9Customer Learn9programming mode and
the programming will be unsuccessful. The SKIS will
also automatically exit the9Customer Learn9pro-
gramming mode if:
²It sees a non-blank Sentry Key when it should
see a blank.
²If it has already programmed eight (8) valid
Sentry Keys.
²If the ignition switch is turned to the OFF posi-
tion for more than about fifty (50) seconds.
NOTE: If you attempt to start the vehicle while in
ªCustomer Learnº mode (LED flashing), the vehicle
will behave as though an invalid key is being used
(i.e. the engine will stall after two (2) seconds of
running). No faults will be logged.
NOTE: Once a Sentry Key has been programmed to
a particular vehicle, it cannot be used on any other
vehicle.VTSS/SKIS INDICATOR LAMP
DESCRIPTION
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) uses
an indicator light to convey information on the status
of the system to the customer. This light is shared
with the Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS). The
light is located in the Message Center. The indicator
light is controlled by the Body Control Module (BCM)
based upon messages it receives from the Sentry Key
Immobilizer Module (SKIM) on the PCI bus.
OPERATION
The BCM performs a four second bulb check,
regardless of SKIM messages. After the bulb check,
the lamp is controlled according to SKIM messages.
Then, the SKIM sends messages to the BCM to oper-
ate the light based upon the results of the SKIS self
tests. The light may be actuated in two possible
ways, flashing or on solid. If the light comes on and
stays on solid after a power-up test, this indicates
that the SKIM has detected a system malfunction. If
the SKIM detects an invalid key when the ignition
switch is moved to the ON position, it sends a mes-
sage on the PCI bus to the BCM, to flash the light.
The SKIM can also send a message to flash the light
and generate a single audible chime at the same
time. These two events occurring simultaneously
indicate that the SKIS has been placed into the9Cus-
tomer Learn9mode. Refer to Electrical, Vehicle Theft
Security, Transponder Key, Standard Procedure -
Transponder Programming for more information on
the9Customer Learn9mode. If the light comes on
and stays on after the power-up test, diagnosis of the
SKIS should be performed using a DRB IIItscan tool
and the appropriate Body Diagnostic Procedures
manual. The light is not a serviceable component.
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TRANSPONDER KEY (Continued)

WIPERS/WASHERS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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WIPERS/WASHERS
DESCRIPTION............................1
OPERATION.............................1
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING..................2
FRONT WIPER SYSTEM..................2
REAR WIPER SYSTEM...................2
FRONT WIPER/WASHER SWITCH...........2
FAILED PARK SWITCH...................2
FRONT WIPER ARMS
REMOVAL...............................4
INSTALLATION............................4
ADJUSTMENTS...........................4
FRONT WIPER MOTOR
REMOVAL...............................5
INSTALLATION............................5
FRONT WIPER UNIT
REMOVAL...............................5
INSTALLATION............................6
REAR WIPER ARM
REMOVAL...............................6
INSTALLATION............................7
REAR WIPER MOTOR
REMOVAL...............................7INSTALLATION............................7
REAR WIPER/WASHER SWITCH
DESCRIPTION............................7
OPERATION.............................7
WASHER HOSES
REMOVAL...............................7
INSTALLATION............................8
WASHER RESERVOIR
REMOVAL...............................8
INSTALLATION............................8
WIPER BLADES
REMOVAL...............................9
CLEANING...............................9
INSTALLATION............................9
WIPER BLADE ELEMENTS
REMOVAL...............................9
INSTALLATION...........................10
WIPER LINKAGE
REMOVAL..............................10
INSTALLATION...........................10
WIPERS/WASHERS
DESCRIPTION
FRONT WIPER/WASHER SYSTEM
The windshield wipers can be operated with the
windshield wiper switch when the ignition switch is
in the RUN or ACCESSORY positions. The wind-
shield wiper system is protected by a 30 amp fuse (9)
located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) part
of the Integrated Power Module (IPM) in the engine
compartment. The wiper/washer switch is integral to
the multi-function switch. It is a resistive MUX
switch that sends inputs to the BCM to operate the
wiper/washer system.
REAR WIPER/WASHER SYSTEM
The rear windshield wiper and washers can be
operated when the ignition switch is in the RUN or
ACCESSORY positions.
OPERATION
FRONT WIPER/WASHER SYSTEM
The windshield washer circuit is protected by a 9
amp PTC located in the Junction Block. The wiper
motor has permanent magnetic fields. The speeds are
determined by current flow to the appropriate set of
brushes inside the motor. The current flow is con-
trolled by the multi-function switch stalk mounted
wiper switch, high speed/low speed relays located in
the Power Distribution Center (PDC) part of the
Integrated Power Module (IPM) in the engine com-
partment. The speed sensitive intermittent wiper is
controlled by the Body Control Module (BCM). The
intermittent mode, with the vehicle traveling greater
than 10.4 mph, has a range of 0.5 to 18 seconds.
With the vehicle traveling less than 10.4 mph, and
the time delay is not adjusted, time delay doubles to
a range of 1 to 36 seconds. The wiper arms will park
at the base of the windshield just above the cowl
cover after the wiper switch is turned OFF.
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must be twisted in the proper direction to allow the
wiper element to roll over when the direction
reverses.
(2) Place two small adjustable wrenches placed 50
mm (2 in.) apart on the wiper arm extension rod.
(3) Twist the extension rod slightly in the opposite
direction that the element is laying on the wind-
shield while holding the wrench closest to the pivot
stationary.
(4) Repeat step Step 1, and align as necessary
until wiper stops chattering and wipes the wind-
shield clear.
FRONT WIPER MOTOR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove wiper unit from vehicle. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/WIPER MOD-
ULE - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove wiper linkage and motor mount plate
from wiper unit.
(3) Disconnect wire connectors from back of wiper
motor (Fig. 18).
(4) Remove wiper linkage from motor crank. Do
NOT remove crank from motor.
(5) Remove bolts holding wiper motor to mount
plate and remove motor (Fig. 4) and (Fig. 5).
INSTALLATION
(1) Place wiper unit on a suitable work surface.
(2) Place wiper motor in position on mount plate.
(3) Install bolts to hold wiper motor to mount
plate.(4) Install wiper linkage and motor mount plate
into wiper unit.
(5) Connect wire connectors to wiper motor (Fig.
18).
(6) Place the wiper unit into engine compartment
and connect wiper unit wire connector to engine wire
harness (Fig. 6).
(7) Operate wiper motor and verify that the wiper
motor parks when wiper switch is turned OFF.
FRONT WIPER UNIT
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable.
(2) Remove the wiper arms.
(3) Remove the cowl cover (Refer to 23 - BODY/
EXTERIOR/COWL GRILLE - REMOVAL).
(4) Release the hood latch and open hood.
(5) Disconnect the positive lock on the wiper unit
wire connector (Fig. 6).
(6) Disconnect the wiper unit wire connector from
the engine compartment wire harness.
(7) Disconnect the windshield washer hose from
coupling inside unit.
(8) Disconnect the drain tubes from nipples on bot-
tom of the wiper unit.
(9) Remove nuts holding wiper unit to lower wind-
shield fence.
(10) Remove bolts holding the wiper unit to the
dash panel (Fig. 7).
Fig. 4 WIPER MOTOR CRANK
1 - WIPER MOTOR
2 - MOTOR MOUNT PLATE
3 - CRANK
4 - LINKAGE
5 - MOUNTING BOLTS
Fig. 5 WIPER MOTOR
1 - MOTOR MOUNT PLATE
2 - WIPER MOTOR
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FRONT WIPER ARMS (Continued)

(11) Lift wiper unit from weld-studs on lower
windshield fence.
CAUTION: Do not allow wiper unit to rest on brake
master cylinder reservoir, damage to brake system
can result.
(12) Remove wiper unit.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the wiper unit into the cowl.
(2) Install the nuts that retain the wiper unit.
(3) Install the bolts that secure the wiper unit to
the dash (Fig. 7).
(4) Connect the drain tubes to the nipples on the
wiper unit.
(5) Connect the windshield washer tube.
(6) Connect the wire harness connector to the
wiper unit (Fig. 7).
(7) Disconnect the positive lock on the wiper unit
wire connector (Fig. 6).
CAUTION: Do not allow wiper unit to rest on brake
master cylinder reservoir, damage to brake system
can result.
(8) Close the hood.
(9) Install the cowl cover (Refer to 23 - BODY/EX-
TERIOR/COWL GRILLE - INSTALLATION).
(10) Install the wiper arms and blades.
(11) Connect the battery negative cable.
REAR WIPER ARM
REMOVAL
(1) Lift and hold wiper blade away from rear win-
dow.
(2) Lift lock holding wiper arm to wiper pivot
upward.
(3) Allow wiper arm to rest against lock.
(4) Pull wiper from pivot (Fig. 8).
Fig. 6 WIPER UNIT WIRE CONNECTOR
1 - WIPER SYSTEM WIRE CONNECTOR
2 - LOCK TAB
3 - POSITIVE LOCK
4 - WIPER UNIT
Fig. 7 WIPER UNIT
1 - BOLT
2 - NUTS
3 - BOLT
4 - WIPER UNIT
5 - WINDSHIELD
Fig. 8 REAR WIPER ARM
1 - LOCK
2 - WIPER BLADE
3 - REAR WIPER ARM
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FRONT WIPER UNIT (Continued)

INSTALLATION
(1) Position arm on pivot.
(2) Pull up on arm and release lock
(3) Allow wiper arm to rest on rear window.
REAR WIPER MOTOR
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable.
(2) Remove rear wiper arm. (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
TRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/WIPER ARMS -
REMOVAL) in this section.
(3) Open liftgate.
(4) Remove liftgate trim panel. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DECKLID/HATCH/LIFTGATE/TAILGATE/
TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL).
(5) Disconnect wire connector from rear wiper
motor.
(6) Remove screws holding rear wiper motor to lift-
gate (Fig. 9).
(7) Remove wiper motor from liftgate.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the wiper motor in the liftgate.
(2) Install the retaining screws.
(3) Connect the wire harness connector.
(4) Install the liftgate trim panel. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DECKLID/HATCH/LIFTGATE/TAILGATE/
TRIM PANEL - INSTALLATION).
(5) Disconnect wire connector from rear wiper
motor.
(6) Remove screws holding rear wiper motor to lift-
gate (Fig. 9).(7) Remove wiper motor from liftgate (Fig. 9).
(8) Close the liftgate.
(9) Install the wiper arm. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/WIPER ARMS - INSTAL-
LATION) in this section.
(10) Connect the battery negative cable.
REAR WIPER/WASHER
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The rear window wiper/washer switches are
located on the center bezel with the hazard and
heated seat switches (Fig. 10). They are not service-
able seperately from the hazard and heated seat
switches. If defective, the entire switch assembly
must be replaced.
OPERATION
Refer to the vehicle Owner's Manual for operating
instructions for the rear window wiper and washer.
WASHER HOSES
REMOVAL
(1) Remove rear window wiper motor. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/REAR WIPER
MOTOR - REMOVAL).
(2) Peel wiper pivot seal grommet from rear glass.
(3) Remove grommets from vehicle (Fig. 11).
Fig. 9 REAR WINDOW WIPER MOTOR
1 - REAR WINDOW
2 - REAR WIPER MOTOR
3 - CHMSL
4 - WELL NUTS
Fig. 10 HVAC CONTROL PANEL
1 - TRIM BEZEL
2 - ACT SENSOR
3 - A/C REQUEST SWITCH
4 - REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRRORS SWITCH
COMBO
5 - FRONT WINDOW DEFROSTER MODE SELECTOR
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REAR WIPER ARM (Continued)

WIRING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION...... 8Wa-01-1
COMPONENT INDEX................. 8Wa-02-1
POWER DISTRIBUTION.............. 8Wa-10-1
GROUND DISTRIBUTION............. 8Wa-15-1
BUS COMMUNICATIONS............. 8Wa-18-1
CHARGING SYSTEM................. 8Wa-20-1
STARTING SYSTEM................. 8Wa-21-1
FUEL/IGNITION SYSTEM............. 8Wa-30-1
TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM.... 8Wa-31-1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL........... 8Wa-33-1
ANTILOCK BRAKES.................. 8Wa-35-1
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY SYSTEM.... 8Wa-39-1
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.............. 8Wa-40-1
HORN/CIGAR LIGHTER/POWER OUTLET . 8Wa-41-1
AIR CONDITIONING-HEATER.......... 8Wa-42-1
AIRBAG SYSTEM................... 8Wa-43-1
INTERIOR LIGHTING................. 8Wa-44-1
BODY CONTROL MODULE............ 8Wa-45-1MESSAGE CENTER.................. 8Wa-46-1
AUDIO SYSTEM.................... 8Wa-47-1
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER........... 8Wa-48-1
OVERHEAD CONSOLE................ 8Wa-49-1
FRONT LIGHTING................... 8Wa-50-1
REAR LIGHTING.................... 8Wa-51-1
TURN SIGNALS..................... 8Wa-52-1
WIPERS........................... 8Wa-53-1
TRAILER TOW...................... 8Wa-54-1
POWER WINDOWS.................. 8Wa-60-1
POWER DOOR LOCKS............... 8Wa-61-1
POWER MIRRORS.................. 8Wa-62-1
POWER SEATS..................... 8Wa-63-1
SPLICE INFORMATION............... 8Wa-70-1
CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS.............. 8Wa-80-1
CONNECTOR/GROUND LOCATIONS BUX . 8Wa-90-1
SPLICE LOCATIONS BUX............. 8Wa-95-1 RGWIRING
8Wa-1

INTERMITTENT AND POOR CONNECTIONS
Most intermittent electrical problems are caused
by faulty electrical connections or wiring. It is also
possible for a sticking component or relay to cause a
problem. Before condemning a component or wiring
assembly, check the following items.
²Connectors are fully seated
²Spread terminals, or terminal push out
²Terminals in the wiring assembly are fully
seated into the connector/component and locked into
position
²Dirt or corrosion on the terminals. Any amount
of corrosion or dirt could cause an intermittent prob-
lem
²Damaged connector/component casing exposing
the item to dirt or moisture
²Wire insulation that has rubbed through causing
a short to ground
²Some or all of the wiring strands broken inside
of the insulation
²Wiring broken inside of the insulation
TROUBLESHOOTING WIRING PROBLEMS
When troubleshooting wiring problems there are
six steps which can aid in the procedure. The steps
are listed and explained below. Always check for non-
factory items added to the vehicle before doing any
diagnosis. If the vehicle is equipped with these items,
disconnect them to verify these add-on items are not
the cause of the problem.
(1) Verify the problem.
(2) Verify any related symptoms. Do this by per-
forming operational checks on components that are
in the same circuit. Refer to the wiring diagrams.
(3) Analyze the symptoms. Use the wiring dia-
grams to determine what the circuit is doing, where
the problem most likely is occurring and where the
diagnosis will continue.
(4) Isolate the problem area.
(5) Repair the problem area.(6) Verify the proper operation. For this step,
check for proper operation of all items on the
repaired circuit. Refer to the wiring diagrams.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR
VOLTAGE POTENTIAL
(1) Connect the ground lead of a voltmeter to a
known good ground (Fig. 5).
(2) Connect the other lead of the voltmeter to the
selected test point. The vehicle ignition may need to
be turned ON to check voltage. Refer to the appropri-
ate test procedure.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR
CONTINUITY
(1) Remove the fuse for the circuit being checked
or, disconnect the battery.
(2) Connect one lead of the ohmmeter to one side
of the circuit being tested (Fig. 6)
(3) Connect the other lead to the other end of the
circuit being tested. Low or no resistance means good
continuity.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR A
SHORT TO GROUND
(1) Remove the fuse and disconnect all items
involved with the fuse.
(2) Connect a test light or a voltmeter across the
terminals of the fuse.
(3) Starting at the fuse block, wiggle the wiring
harness about six to eight inches apart and watch
the voltmeter/test lamp.
Fig. 4 PROBING TOOL
1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6801
2 - PROBING END
Fig. 5 Testing for Voltage Potential
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