2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE radio antenna

OPERATION
The antenna module receives both AM and FM
radio signals supplied by the side window integral
radio antenna system and selectively amplifies them
while at the same time avoiding unusable or
unwanted signals. The amplified signal is then sent
through the body length coax cable to the radio
input.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ANTENNA MODULE - EXPORT
ANTENNA MODULE DIAGNOSIS TABLE
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
NO AM RECEPTION,
WEAK FM RECEPTION1. Antenna module to antenna
connector open or disconnected.1. Repair open, reconnect
antenna module connector to
glass mounted antenna.
2. Coax open or disconnected. 2. Repair open, reconnect coax.
3. No battery power at antenna
module.3. Check fuse. if okay, repair
open in battery voltage circuit.
NO AM OR FM
RECEPTION1. Coax disconnected at radio. 1. Reconnect coax.
2. Coax shorted to ground. 2. Repair or Replace coax
WEAK OR NO AM/FM
RECEPTION1. Antenna Module faulty. 1. Substitute known good
module. If reception improves,
Antenna Module was faulty.
Fig. 7 ANTENNA MODULE
1 - ANTENNA LEAD CONNECTOR
2 - ANTENNA MODULE
3 - ANTENNA MODULE MOUNT/GROUND BRACKETS
4 - BATTERY SUPPLY CONNECTION POINT
5 - COAX CONNECTION POINT
WJAUDIO 8A - 11
ANTENNA MODULE - EXPORT (Continued)

REMOVAL
(1) Remove the headliner. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/HEADLINER - REMOVAL)
(2) Disconnect the battery power lead connector
from the antenna module.
(3) Disconnect the antenna module connector from
the integral antenna (Fig. 8).
(4) Remove the mounting screws and the antenna
module.
(5) Disconnect the coax lead from the antenna
module.
INSTALLATION
(1) Plug coax into antenna module.
(2) Position antenna module onto right side upper
roof rail and install screws. Tighten the screws to 8
N´m (71 in. lbs.).
(3) Connect antenna module lead to the integral
antenna.
(4) Connect battery power supply lead to antenna
module.
(5) Install headliner. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERI-
OR/HEADLINER - INSTALLATION)
CD CHANGER
DESCRIPTION
A factory-installed Compact Disc (CD) changer fea-
turing a ten-CD magazine is an available option on
this model when it is also equipped with the pre-
mium speaker package and a radio receiver including
the CD controls feature. The CD changer is mounted
in the cargo area of the passenger compartment on
the right rear quarter panel.
The CD changer is connected to a take out from
the right body wire harness and receives both ground
and radio-switched battery current through the radio
receiver. The controls on the radio receiver operate
the CD changer through messages sent over the Pro-
grammable Communications Interface (PCI) data bus
network. The two-channel audio outputs of the CD
changer are hard wired back to the radio receiver,
which then outputs the signal through four channels
to the power amplifier. For diagnosis of the messag-
ing functions of the radio receiver and the CD
changer, or of the PCI data bus, a DRB scan tool and
the proper Diagnostic Procedures manual are
required.
Fig. 8 ANTENNA MODULE
1 - COAX
2 - RIGHT SIDE ROOF RAIL
3 - ANTENNA MODULE4 - ANTENNA MODULE TO ANTENNA CONNECTOR
5 - SCREW (2)
8A - 12 AUDIOWJ
ANTENNA MODULE - EXPORT (Continued)

(2) Install the four mounting nuts. Tighten the
nuts to 12 N´m (105 in. lbs.).
(3) Reconnect the right body wire harness connec-
tor.
(4) Position the compact disc changer storage bin
onto the right side quarter trim panel.
(5) Using both hands push the compact disc
changer storage bin firmly and evenly toward the
right side quarter trim panel far enough to engage
the hooks on the bin with the slots in the panel.
(6) Using both hands push the compact disc
changer storage bin firmly and evenly downward far
enough to align the screw holes in the bin with the
mounting holes in the right side quarter trim panel.
(7) Install the two screws that secure the top of
the compact disc changer storage bin. Tighten the
screws to 1.7 N´m (15 in. lbs.).
(8) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
ANTENNA CABLE
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO ELECTRICAL, RESTRAINTS
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the scuff plate from the right front
door sill. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/DOOR
SILL SCUFF PLATE - REMOVAL) for the proce-
dures.
(3) Remove the trim panel from the right inner
cowl side. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/COWL
TRIM - REMOVAL) for the procedures.
(4) Reach under the passenger side of the instru-
ment panel near the right cowl side inner panel to
disconnect the antenna coaxial cable connector by
pulling it apart while twisting the metal connector
halves. Do not pull on the cable.
(5) Disengage the antenna cable retainer from the
mounting hole in the wire harness mounting tab
under the passenger side end of the instrument
panel.
(6) Remove the radio receiver from the instrument
panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/AUDIO/RADIO -
REMOVAL) for the procedures.(7) Remove the passenger side airbag module from
the instrument panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
RESTRAINTS/PASSENGER AIRBAG - REMOVAL)
for the procedures.
(8) Disengage the antenna cable retainer from the
mounting hole in the top of the radio mount on the
instrument panel structural duct (Fig. 11).
(9) Disengage the antenna cable from the locator
tabs on the top of the instrument panel structural
duct above the glove box opening.
(10) Remove the antenna cable from the instru-
ment panel.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the antenna cable onto the instrument
panel.
(2) Engage the antenna cable with the locator tabs
on the top of the instrument panel structural duct
above the glove box opening.
(3) Engage the antenna cable retainer into the
mounting hole in the top of the radio mount on the
instrument panel structural duct.
(4) Install the passenger side airbag module onto
the instrument panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
RESTRAINTS/PASSENGER AIRBAG - INSTALLA-
TION) for the procedures.
(5) Install the radio receiver onto the instrument
panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/AUDIO/RADIO -
INSTALLATION) for the procedures.
(6) Engage the antenna cable retainer into the
mounting hole in the wire harness mounting tab
under the passenger side end of the instrument
panel.
Fig. 11 Instrument Panel Antenna Cable Routing
1 - INSTRUMENT PANEL STRUCTURAL DUCT
2 - RETAINER
3 - COAXIAL CABLE
4 - COAXIAL CABLE CONNECTORS
WJAUDIO 8A - 15
CD CHANGER (Continued)

(7) Reach under the passenger side of the instru-
ment panel near the right cowl side inner panel to
reconnect the antenna coaxial cable connector halves.
(8) Install the trim panel onto the right inner cowl
side. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/COWL TRIM -
INSTALLATION) for the procedures.
(9) Install the scuff plate onto the right front door
sill. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/DOOR SILL
SCUFF PLATE - INSTALLATION) for the proce-
dures.
(10) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
QUARTER GLASS INTEGRAL
ANTENNA - EXPORT
DESCRIPTION
The integral radio antenna element is bonded to
the right rear quarter glass and is replaced with the
glass assembly only.
OPERATION
The integral antenna receives RF (Radio Frequen-
cies) and sends them to the antenna module for
amplification.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - QUARTER GLASS
INTEGRAL ANTENNA - EXPORT
For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the Appro-
priate Wiring Information. To detect breaks in the
integral antenna elements, the following procedure is
required:
(1) Disconnect the antenna module connector from
the antenna.
(2) Using a Ohmmeter, place both leads onto the
connector pins on the integral antenna. If continuity
is present antenna grid is Okay. If continuity is not
present move one lead through the grid in progres-
sion until continuity is detected. A break in the
antenna grid can be repaired using a Mopar Rear
Window Defogger Repair Kit (Part Number 4267922)
or equivalent. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/WINDOW
DEFOGGER/REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER GRID -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)
RADIO
DESCRIPTION
Available factory-installed radio receivers for this
model include an AM/FM/cassette with CD changer
control feature (RBB sales code), an AM/FM/CD/2-
band graphic equalizer with CD changer control fea-
ture (RBK sales code), or an AM/FM/CD/cassette/2-
band graphic equalizer (RBP sales code). All factory-
installed radio receivers can communicate on theProgrammable Communications Interface (PCI) data
bus network through a separate wire harness connec-
tor. All factory-installed receivers are stereo Electron-
ically Tuned Radios (ETR) and include an electronic
digital clock function.
These radio receivers can only be serviced by an
authorized radio repair station. See the latest War-
ranty Policies and Procedures manual for a current
listing of authorized radio repair stations.
All vehicles are equipped with an Ignition-Off
Draw (IOD) fuse that is removed when the vehicle is
shipped from the factory. This fuse feeds various
accessories that require battery current when the
ignition switch is in the Off position, including the
clock. The IOD fuse is removed to prevent battery
discharge during vehicle storage.
When removing or installing the IOD fuse, it is
important that the ignition switch be in the Off posi-
tion. Failure to place the ignition switch in the Off
position can cause the radio display to become scram-
bled when the IOD fuse is removed and replaced.
Removing and replacing the IOD fuse again, with the
ignition switch in the Off position, will correct the
scrambled display condition.
The IOD fuse should be checked if the radio or
clock displays are inoperative. The IOD fuse is
located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC).
Refer to the fuse layout label on the underside of the
PDC cover for IOD fuse identification and location.
OPERATION
The radio receiver operates on ignition switched
battery current that is available only when the igni-
tion switch is in the On or Accessory positions. The
electronic digital clock function of the radio operates
on fused battery current supplied through the IOD
fuse, regardless of the ignition switch position.
For more information on the features, setting pro-
cedures, and control functions for each of the avail-
able factory-installed radio receivers, refer to the
owner's manual. For complete circuit diagrams, refer
to the appropriate wiring information. The wiring
information includes wiring diagrams, proper wire
and connector repair procedures, details of wire har-
ness routing and retention, connector pin-out infor-
mation and location views for the various wire
harness connectors, splices and grounds.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - RADIO
Any diagnosis of the Audio system should
begin with the use of the DRB IIItdiagnostic
tool. For information on the use of the DRB
IIIt, refer to the appropriate Diagnostic Service
Manual.
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional remote
radio switches located on the steering wheel and the
8A - 16 AUDIOWJ
INSTRUMENT PANEL ANTENNA CABLE (Continued)

problem being diagnosed is related to one of the
symptoms listed below, be certain to check the
remote radio switches and circuits. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/AUDIO/REMOTE SWITCHES -
OPERATION).
²Stations changing with no remote radio switch
input
²Radio memory presets not working properly
²Volume changes with no remote radio switch
input
²Remote radio switch buttons taking on other
functions
²CD player skipping tracks
²Mode (AM, FM, CD, CD changer) changes with
no remote radio switch input
²Remote radio switch inoperative.
For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appro-
priate wiring information. The wiring information
includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector
repair procedures, details of wire harness routing
and retention, connector pin-out information and
location views for the various wire harness connec-
tors, splices and grounds.
WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, SIDE
AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
CAUTION: The speaker output of the radio receiver
is a ªfloating groundº system. Do not allow any
speaker lead to short to ground, as damage to the
radio receiver may result.
(1) Check the fused B(+) fuse in the junction block.
If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted cir-
cuit or component as required and replace the faulty
fuse.
(2) Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) fuse
in the junction block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK,
repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the Power Dis-
tribution Center (PDC) fuse as required.
(3) Check the fused ignition switch output (acc/
run) fuse in the junction block. If OK, go to Step 4. If
not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component as
required and replace the faulty fuse(s).(4) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
Check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch
output (acc/run) fuse in the junction block. If OK, go
to Step 5. If not OK, repair the open fused ignition
switch output (acc/run) circuit to the ignition switch
as required.
(5) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Remove the radio receiver from the instrument
panel, but do not disconnect the wire harness connec-
tors. Check for continuity between the radio receiver
chassis and a good ground. There should be continu-
ity. If OK, go to Step 6. If not OK, repair the open
ground circuit to ground as required.
(6) Test the radio receiver antenna. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/AUDIO/ANTENNA BODY & CABLE -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). If OK, go to Step 7. If
not OK, replace the faulty antenna or coaxial cable
as required.
(7) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the
ignition switch to the On position. Check for battery
voltage at the fused ignition switch output (acc/run)
circuit cavity of the 22 pin radio wire harness connec-
tor. If OK, go to Step 8. If not OK, repair the open
fused ignition switch output (acc/run) circuit to the
junction block fuse as required.
(8) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit
cavity of the 22 pin radio wire harness connector. If
OK, replace the faulty radio receiver. If not OK,
repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the junction
block fuse as required.
REMOVAL
WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, SIDE
AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the center upper bezel from the instru-
ment panel.(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT
PANEL - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the four screws that secure the radio
receiver to the instrument panel (Fig. 12).
WJAUDIO 8A - 17
RADIO (Continued)

(4) Disconnect the instrument panel wire harness
connectors and the antenna coaxial cable connector
from the receptacles on the rear of the radio receiver.
(5) Remove the radio receiver from the instrument
panel.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, SIDE
AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
(1) Position the radio receiver to the instrument
panel.
(2) Reconnect the instrument panel wire harness
connectors and the antenna coaxial cable connector
to the receptacles on the rear of the radio receiver.
(3) Install the four mounting screws. Tighten the
screws to 2.2 N´m (20 in. lbs.).(4) Install the center upper bezel onto the instru-
ment panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT
PANEL - INSTALLATION) for the procedures.
(5) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
RADIO NOISE SUPPRESSION
GROUND STRAP
DESCRIPTION
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) and Electro-
Magnetic Interference (EMI) noise suppression is
accomplished primarily through circuitry internal to
the radio receivers. These internal suppression
devices are only serviced as part of the radio receiver.
External suppression devices that are used on this
vehicle to control RFI or EMI noise include the fol-
lowing:
²Radio antenna base ground
²Radio receiver chassis ground wire or strap
²Engine-to-body ground strap(s)
²Exhaust system-to-body and transmission
ground strap (4.7L engines only)
²Resistor-type spark plugs
²Radio suppression-type secondary ignition wir-
ing.
For more information on the spark plugs and sec-
ondary ignition components, refer to Ignition System
in Ignition System.
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - ENGINE-TO-BODY GROUND
STRAP
(1) Remove the screw that secures the engine-to-
body ground strap eyelet to the lower plenum panel
(Fig. 13) or (Fig. 14).
(2) On models with a 4.0L engine, remove the nut
that secures the engine-to-body ground strap eyelet
to the stud on the right rear side of the engine cyl-
inder head.
(3) On models with a 4.7L engine, remove the two
nuts that secure the engine-to-body ground strap eye-
lets to the studs on the right and left rear sides of
the engine intake manifold.
(4) Remove the engine-to-body ground strap eye-
let(s) from the stud(s) on the engine.
(5) Remove the engine-to-body ground strap from
the engine compartment.
Fig. 12 Radio Remove/Install
1 - INSTRUMENT PANEL
2 - SCREW (4)
3 - RADIO RECEIVER
8A - 18 AUDIOWJ
RADIO (Continued)

(2) If equipped, remove Transmission Control Mod-
ule (TCM).
(3) Remove coolant reserve/overflow tank.
(4) Remove cover over electrical connectors. Cover
snaps onto PCM.
(5) Carefully unplug three 32±way connectors at
PCM.
(6) Remove three PCM bracket-to-body mounting
nuts (Fig. 13).
(7) Remove PCM/PCM bracket assembly from
vehicle.
(8) Remove 3 PCM-to-PCM bracket bolts (screws)
(Fig. 14).
INSTALLATION
USE THE DRBIIItSCAN TOOL TO REPRO-
GRAM THE NEW POWERTRAIN CONTROL
MODULE (PCM) WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGI-
NAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND
THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL MILEAGE. IF THIS
STEP IS NOT DONE, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE
CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET.
The PCM is located on the cowl panel in right/rear
side of engine compartment (Fig. 12).
(1) Check pins in three 32±way electrical connec-
tors for damage. Repair as necessary.
(2) Install PCM to its mounting bracket. Tighten
three mounting bolts to 3 N´m (25 in. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install PCM/PCM bracket to body. Install 3
nuts and tighten 9 N´m (80 in. lbs.) torque.
(4) Install three 32±way connectors.(5) Install cover over electrical connectors. Cover
snaps onto PCM.
(6) Install coolant reserve/overflow tank.
(7) If equipped, install Transmission Control Mod-
ule (TCM).
(8) Connect negative cable to battery.
(9) Use the DRBIIItscan tool to reprogram new
PCM with vehicles original Identification Number
(VIN) and original vehicle mileage.
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER
MODULE
DESCRIPTION
The Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) is the
primary component of the Sentry Key Immobilizer
System (SKIS) (Fig. 15). The SKIM is located in the
steering column, below the ignition lock cylinder
housing. The SKIM has an integral halo-like antenna
ring that extends from one side.
The SKIM cannot be adjusted or repaired. If faulty
or damaged, the entire SKIM unit must be replaced.
OPERATION
The Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) con-
tains a Radio Frequency (RF) transceiver and a
microprocessor. The SKIM transmits RF signals to,
and receives RF signals from the Sentry Key tran-
Fig. 14 Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Mounting
Bracket
1 - PCM BRACKET
2 - PCM
3 - PCM-TO-BRACKET SCREWS (3)
Fig. 15 Sentry Key Immobilizer Module
1 - STEERING COLUMN
2 - SKIM
3 - MOUNTING SCREW
WJELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES 8E - 17
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (Continued)

cluster circuitry that controls the lamp, (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - DIAGNO-
SIS AND TESTING). If the instrument cluster turns
on the SKIS indicator lamp after the bulb test, either
solid or flashing, it indicates that a SKIS malfunction
has occurred or that the SKIS is inoperative. For
proper diagnosis of the SKIS, the PCI data bus, or
the message inputs to the instrument cluster that
control the SKIS indicator lamp, a DRBIIItscan tool
and the appropriate diagnostic information are
required.
TRANSPONDER KEY
DESCRIPTION
Each ignition key used in the Sentry Key Immobi-
lizer System (SKIS) has an integral transponder chip
(Fig. 10). Ignition keys with this feature can be
readily identified by a gray rubber cap molded onto
the head of the key, while conventional ignition keys
have a black molded rubber cap. The transponder
chip is concealed beneath the molded rubber cap,
where it is molded into the head of the metal key.
Each new Sentry Key has a unique transponder iden-
tification code permanently programmed into it by
the manufacturer. The Sentry Key transponder if
faulty or damaged, must be replaced.
OPERATION
When the ignition switch is turned to the On posi-
tion, the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM)communicates through its antenna with the Sentry
Key transponder using a Radio Frequency (RF) sig-
nal. The SKIM then waits for a RF response from the
transponder through the same antenna. The Sentry
Key transponder chip is within the range of the
SKIM transceiver antenna ring when it is inserted
into the ignition lock cylinder. The SKIM determines
whether a valid key is present in the ignition lock
cylinder based upon the response from the transpon-
der. If a valid key is detected, that fact is communi-
cated by the SKIM to the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) over the Programmable Communications
Interface (PCI) data bus, and the PCM allows the
engine to continue running. If the PCM receives an
invalid key message, or receives no message from the
SKIM over the PCI data bus, the engine will be dis-
abled after about two seconds of operation. The Elec-
troMechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC) will also
respond to the invalid key message on the PCI data
bus by flashing the SKIS indicator on and off.
Each Sentry Key has a unique transponder identi-
fication code permanently programmed into it by the
manufacturer. Likewise, the SKIM has a unique
Secret Key code programmed into it by the manufac-
turer. When a Sentry Key is programmed into the
memory of the SKIM, the SKIM stores the transpon-
der identification code from the Sentry Key, and the
Sentry Key learns the Secret Key code from the
SKIM. Once the Sentry Key learns the Secret Key
code of the SKIM, it is permanently stored in the
memory of the transponder. Therefore, once a Sentry
Key has been programmed to a particular vehicle, it
cannot be used on any other vehicle. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY -
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TRANSPONDER PRO-
GRAMMING).
VTSS INDICATOR
DESCRIPTION
The Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) indica-
tor consists of a red Light-Emitting Diode that is
mounted and integral to the automatic headlamp
light sensor photo diode unit, which is located on the
top of the instrument panel. The remainder of the
housing including the mount and the electrical con-
nection are concealed beneath the instrument panel
top cover.
The VTSS indicator cannot be adjusted or repaired
the entire automatic headlamp light sensor/VTSS
indicator must be replaced. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/AUTO HEAD-
LAMP SENSOR - REMOVAL).
Fig. 10 Sentry Key Immobilizer Transponder
1 - MOLDED CAP
2 - TRANSPONDER CHIP
3 - MOLDED CAP REMOVED
4 - TRANSPONDER KEY
WJVEHICLE THEFT SECURITY 8Q - 15
SKIS INDICATOR LAMP (Continued)