(8) Connect negative battery cable at battery.
(9) Before starting engine, operate accelerator
pedal to check for any binding.
SERVO
DESCRIPTION
The servo unit consists of a solenoid valve body,
and a vacuum chamber. The solenoid valve body con-
tains three solenoids:
²Vacuum
²Vent
²Dump
The vacuum chamber contains a diaphragm with a
cable attached to control the throttle linkage.
OPERATION
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) controls the
solenoid valve body. The solenoid valve body controls
the application and release of vacuum to the dia-
phragm of the vacuum servo. The servo unit cannot
be repaired and is serviced only as a complete assem-
bly.
Power is supplied to the servo's by the PCM
through the brake switch. The PCM controls the
ground path for the vacuum and vent solenoids.The dump solenoid is energized anytime it receives
power. If power to the dump solenoid is interrupted,
the solenoid dumps vacuum in the servo. This pro-
vides a safety backup to the vent and vacuum sole-
noids.
The vacuum and vent solenoids must be grounded
at the PCM to operate. When the PCM grounds the
vacuum servo solenoid, the solenoid allows vacuum
to enter the servo and pull open the throttle plate
using the cable. When the PCM breaks the ground,
the solenoid closes and no more vacuum is allowed to
enter the servo. The PCM also operates the vent sole-
noid via ground. The vent solenoid opens and closes a
passage to bleed or hold vacuum in the servo as
required.
The PCM duty cycles the vacuum and vent sole-
noids to maintain the set speed, or to accelerate and
decelerate the vehicle. To increase throttle opening,
the PCM grounds the vacuum and vent solenoids. To
decrease throttle opening, the PCM removes the
grounds from the vacuum and vent solenoids. When
the brake is released, if vehicle speed exceeds 30
mph to resume, 35 mph to set, and the RES/ACCEL
switch has been depressed, ground for the vent and
vacuum circuits is restored.
REMOVAL
The speed control servo is attached to a bracket.
The bracket and servo assembly are located below
the battery tray.
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
(2) Disconnect positive battery cable at battery.
(3) Remove air cleaner housing at top of throttle
body and disconnect servo cable at throttle body.
Refer to Servo Cable Removal/Installation.
(4) Remove battery from battery tray.
(5) Disconnect wiring at battery tray.
(6) Disconnect positive battery cable at Power Dis-
tribution Center (PDC).
(7) Loosen PDC at battery tray.
(8) Remove 4 battery tray bolts. One of these bolts
attaches to speed control bracket flange that sup-
ports battery tray. While removing battery tray, dis-
connect battery temperature sensor electrical
connector at sensor.
(9) Disconnect vacuum line at servo vacuum hose
fitting (Fig. 5) .
(10) Disconnect electrical connector at servo (Fig.
5) .
If servo and mounting bracket are being removed
as one assembly, remove two mounting nuts (Fig. 5) .
These are located above right-front tire. Remove
inner fender clips and pry inner fender back slightly
to gain access to mounting nuts.
Fig. 4 Speed Control Cable at BracketÐ4.7L V-8
Engine
1 - PLASTIC CABLE MOUNT
2 - SPEED CONTROL CABLE
3 - BRACKET
4 - SLIDE FOR REMOVAL
WJSPEED CONTROL 8P - 5
CABLE (Continued)
(11) If servo is being removed from its mounting
bracket, remove 2 mounting nuts holding servo cable
sleeve to bracket (Fig. 6) .
(12) Pull speed control cable sleeve and servo away
from servo mounting bracket to expose cable retain-
ing clip (Fig. 6) and remove clip. Note: The servo
mounting bracket displayed in (Fig. 6) is a typical
bracket and may/may not be applicable to this model
vehicle.
(13) Remove servo from mounting bracket or,
remove servo and mounting bracket as one assembly.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position servo to mounting bracket.
(2) Align hole in cable connector with hole in servo
pin. Install cable-to-servo retaining clip.
(3) Insert servo mounting studs through holes in
servo mounting bracket.
(4) Install servo cable mounting nuts (Fig. 6) and
tighten to 8.5 N´m (75 in. lbs.) torque. If servo and
bracket is being installed as one assembly, install 2
mounting nuts (Fig. 5) and tighten to 28 N´m 6 N´m
(250 in. lbs. 50 in. lbs.) torque.
(5) Connect vacuum line at servo.
(6) Connect electrical connector at servo.
(7) Connect servo cable to throttle body. Refer to
Servo Cable Removal/Installation.
(8) Install battery tray and battery temperature
sensor.
(9) Connect wiring to battery tray.
(10) Install battery to battery tray.
(11) Connect positive battery cable to Power Distri-
bution Center (PDC).
(12) Connect positive battery cable to battery.
(13) Connect negative battery cable to battery.
(14) Before starting engine, operate accelerator
pedal to check for any binding.
Fig. 5 Speed Control
1 - VACUUM HOSE FITTING
2 - SPEED CONTROL SERVO
3 - SERVO CABLE
4 - RIGHT INNER FENDER
5 - SERVO MOUNTING NUTS (2)
6 - SERVO MOUNTING BRACKET
7 - ELEC. CONNECTOR
Fig. 6 Servo Cable Clip Remove/InstallÐTypical
1 - SERVO MOUNTING NUTS (2)
2 - SERVO
3 - CABLE RETAINING CLIP
4 - SERVO CABLE AND SLEEVE
8P - 6 SPEED CONTROLWJ
SERVO (Continued)
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
There are two separate switch pods that operate
the speed control system. The steering-wheel-
mounted switches use multiplexed circuits to provide
inputs to the PCM for ON, OFF, RESUME, ACCEL-
ERATE, SET, DECEL and CANCEL modes. Refer to
the owner's manual for more information on speed
control switch functions and setting procedures.
The individual switches cannot be repaired. If one
switch fails, the entire switch module must be
replaced.
OPERATION
When speed control is selected by depressing the
ON, OFF switch, the PCM allows a set speed to be
stored in its RAM for speed control. To store a set
speed, depress the SET switch while the vehicle is
moving at a speed between approximately 35 and 85
mph. In order for the speed control to engage, the
brakes cannot be applied, nor can the gear selector
be indicating the transmission is in Park or Neutral.
The speed control can be disengaged manually by:
²Stepping on the brake pedal
²Depressing the OFF switch
²Depressing the CANCEL switch.
The speed control can be disengaged also by any of
the following conditions:
²An indication of Park or Neutral
²The VSS signal increases at a rate of 10 mph
per second (indicates that the co-efficient of friction
between the road surface and tires is extremely low)
²Depressing the clutch pedal.
²Excessive engine rpm (indicates that the trans-
mission may be in a low gear)
²The VSS signal decreases at a rate of 10 mph
per second (indicates that the vehicle may have
decelerated at an extremely high rate)
²If the actual speed is not within 20 mph of the
set speed
The previous disengagement conditions are pro-
grammed for added safety.
Once the speed control has been disengaged,
depressing the ACCEL switch restores the vehicle to
the target speed that was stored in the PCM's RAM.
NOTE: Depressing the OFF switch will erase the set
speed stored in the PCM's RAM.
If, while the speed control is engaged, the driver
wishes to increase vehicle speed, the PCM is pro-
grammed for an acceleration feature. With the
ACCEL switch held closed, the vehicle accelerates
slowly to the desired speed. The new target speed is
stored in the PCM's RAM when the ACCEL switch isreleased. The PCM also has a9tap-up9feature in
which vehicle speed increases at a rate of approxi-
mately 2 mph for each momentary switch activation
of the ACCEL switch.
The PCM also provides a means to decelerate with-
out disengaging speed control. To decelerate from an
existing recorded target speed, depress and hold the
COAST switch until the desired speed is reached.
Then release the switch. The ON, OFF switch oper-
ates two components: the PCM's ON, OFF input, and
the battery voltage to the brake switch, which powers
the speed control servo.
Multiplexing
The PCM sends out 5 volts through a fixed resistor
and monitors the voltage change between the fixed
resistor and the switches. If none of the switches are
depressed, the PCM will measure 5 volts at the sen-
sor point (open circuit). If a switch with no resistor is
closed, the PCM will measure 0 volts (grounded cir-
cuit). Now, if a resistor is added to a switch, then the
PCM will measure some voltage proportional to the
size of the resistor. By adding a different resistor to
each switch, the PCM will see a different voltage
depending on which switch is pushed.
Another resistor has been added to the 'at rest cir-
cuit' causing the PCM to never see 5 volts. This was
done for diagnostic purposes. If the switch circuit
should open (bad connection), then the PCM will see
the 5 volts and know the circuit is bad. The PCM will
then set an open circuit fault.
REMOVAL
WARNING: BEFORE BEGINNING ANY AIRBAG SYS-
TEM COMPONENT REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION,
REMOVE AND ISOLATE THE NEGATIVE (-) CABLE
FROM THE BATTERY. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. THEN
WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO
DISCHARGE BEFORE FURTHER SYSTEM SERVICE.
FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDEN-
TAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE
INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable.
(2) Remove airbag module. Refer to Group 8M,
Passive Restraint Systems.
(3) Remove electrical connector at switch.
(4) Remove switch-to-steering wheel mounting
screw (Fig. 7) .
(5) Remove switch.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install switch and mounting screw.
(2) Tighten screw to 1.5 N´m (15 in. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install electrical connector to switch.
WJSPEED CONTROL 8P - 7
(4) Install airbag module. Refer to Group 8M, Pas-
sive Restraint Systems.
(5) Connect negative battery cable.
VACUUM RESERVOIR
DESCRIPTION
The vacuum reservoir is a plastic storage tank con-
nected to an engine vacuum source by vacuum lines.
OPERATION
The vacuum reservoir is used to supply the vac-
uum needed to maintain proper speed control opera-
tion when engine vacuum drops, such as in climbing
a grade while driving. A one-way check valve is used
in the vacuum line between the reservoir and the
vacuum source. This check valve is used to trap
engine vacuum in the reservoir. On certain vehicle
applications, this reservoir is shared with the heat-
ing/air-conditioning system. The vacuum reservoir
cannot be repaired and must be replaced if faulty.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - VACUUM
RESERVOIR
(1) Disconnect vacuum hose at speed control servo
and install a vacuum gauge into the disconnected
hose.
(2) Start engine and observe gauge at idle. Vac-
uum gauge should read at least ten inches of mer-
cury.
(3) If vacuum is less than ten inches of mercury,
determine source of leak. Check vacuum line to
engine for leaks. Also check actual engine intake
manifold vacuum. If manifold vacuum does not meet
this requirement, check for poor engine performance
and repair as necessary.
(4) If vacuum line to engine is not leaking, check
for leak at vacuum reservoir. To locate and gain
access to reservoir, refer to Vacuum Reservoir Remov-
al/Installation in this group. Disconnect vacuum line
at reservoir and connect a hand-operated vacuum
pump to reservoir fitting. Apply vacuum. Reservoir
vacuum should not bleed off. If vacuum is being lost,
replace reservoir.
(5) Verify operation of one-way check valve and
check it for leaks.
(a) Locate one-way check valve. The valve is
located in vacuum line between vacuum reservoir
and engine vacuum source. Disconnect vacuum
hoses (lines) at each end of valve.
(b) Connect a hand-operated vacuum pump to
reservoir end of check valve. Apply vacuum. Vac-
uum should not bleed off. If vacuum is being lost,
replace one-way check valve.
(c) Connect a hand-operated vacuum pump to
vacuum source end of check valve. Apply vacuum.
Vacuum should flow through valve. If vacuum is
not flowing, replace one-way check valve. Seal the
fitting at opposite end of valve with a finger and
apply vacuum. If vacuum will not hold, diaphragm
within check valve has ruptured. Replace valve.
REMOVAL
The vacuum reservoir is located in the right/front
corner of the vehicle behind the front bumper fascia
(Fig. 8).
(1) Remove front bumper and grill assembly.
(2) Remove 1 support bolt near front of reservoir
(Fig. 8).
(3) Remove 2 reservoir mounting bolts.
(4) Remove reservoir from vehicle to gain access to
vacuum hose (Fig. 9). Disconnect vacuum hose from
reservoir fitting at rear of reservoir.
Fig. 7 Speed Control Switches
1 - MOUNTING SCREW
2 - SPEED CONTROL SWITCHES
8P - 8 SPEED CONTROLWJ
SWITCH (Continued)
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - VEHICLE THEFT
SECURITY SYSTEM....................1
DESCRIPTION - SENTRY KEY
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM..................2
OPERATION
OPERATION - VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY
SYSTEM.............................2
OPERATION - SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM.............................4
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - VEHICLE
THEFT SECURITY SYSTEM..............4
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SENTRY KEY
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM..................5
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - SKIS
INITIALIZATION........................6
STANDARD PROCEDURE - SENTRY KEY
TRANSPONDER PROGRAMMING..........6
DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH
DESCRIPTION..........................7
OPERATION............................8
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DOOR
CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH...............8
REMOVAL.............................8
INSTALLATION..........................9
HOOD AJAR SWITCH
DESCRIPTION..........................9
OPERATION............................9
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HOOD AJAR
SWITCH.............................9REMOVAL
REMOVAL - HOOD AJAR SWITCH........10
REMOVAL - HOOD AJAR SWITCH
BRACKET...........................10
REMOVAL - HOOD AJAR SWITCH STRIKER . 10
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - HOOD AJAR SWITCH.....10
INSTALLATION - HOOD AJAR SWITCH
BRACKET...........................10
INSTALLATION - HOOD AJAR SWITCH
STRIKER............................11
INTRUSION TRANSCEIVER MODULE
DESCRIPTION.........................11
OPERATION...........................11
REMOVAL.............................12
INSTALLATION.........................12
SIREN
DESCRIPTION.........................13
OPERATION...........................13
REMOVAL.............................14
INSTALLATION.........................14
SKIS INDICATOR LAMP
DESCRIPTION.........................14
OPERATION...........................14
TRANSPONDER KEY
DESCRIPTION.........................15
OPERATION...........................15
VTSS INDICATOR
DESCRIPTION.........................15
OPERATION...........................16
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - VTSS
INDICATOR..........................16
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY
SYSTEM
The Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) is
designed to provide perimeter protection against
unauthorized vehicle use or tampering by monitoring
the vehicle doors, the liftgate, the liftgate flip-up
glass, the ignition system and, only on vehicles built
for sale in certain international markets where it is
required equipment, the hood. If unauthorized vehi-cle use or tampering is detected, the system responds
by pulsing the horn and flashing the exterior lamps.
In many markets the VTSS also includes the Sentry
Key Immobilizer System (SKIS), which provides pas-
sive vehicle protection by preventing the engine from
operating unless a valid electronically encoded key is
detected in the ignition lock cylinder. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY -
DESCRIPTION - SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM).
The VTSS includes the following major compo-
nents, which are described in further detail else-
where in this service manual:
²Body Control Module (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/BODY
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tion feature of the ITM can be disabled by depressing
the ªLockº button on the RKE transmitter three
times or cycling the key in the driver door cylinder
from the center to lock position within fifteen seconds
during VTA arming, while the security indicator is
still flashing rapidly. The VTA provides a single short
siren ªchirpº as an audible conformation that the
motion detect disable request has been received. The
ITM must be electronically enabled in order for the
intrusion alarm to perform as designed. The intru-
sion alarm function of the ITM is enabled on vehicles
equipped with this option at the factory, but a service
replacement ITM must be configured and enabled by
the dealer using the DRBIIItscan tool. Refer to the
appropriate diagnostic information.
OPERATION - SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) is
designed to provide passive protection against unau-
thorized vehicle use by disabling the engine after
about two seconds of running, whenever any method
other than a valid Sentry Key is used to start the
vehicle. The SKIS is considered a passive protection
system because it is always active when the ignition
system is energized and does not require any cus-
tomer intervention. The SKIS uses Radio Frequency
(RF) communication to obtain confirmation that the
key in the ignition switch is a valid key for operating
the vehicle. The microprocessor-based SKIS hard-
ware and software also uses messages to communi-
cate with other modules in the vehicle over the
Programmable Communications Interface (PCI) data
bus. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CON-
TROL MODULES/COMMUNICATION - OPERA-
TION).
Pre-programmed Sentry Key transponders are pro-
vided with the vehicle from the factory. Each Sentry
Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) will recognize a
maximum of eight Sentry Keys. If the customer
would like additional keys other than those provided
with the vehicle, they may be purchased from any
authorized dealer. These additional keys must be pro-
grammed to the SKIM in the vehicle in order for the
system to recognize them as valid keys. This can be
done by the dealer using a DRBIIItscan tool or, if
Customer Learn programming is an available SKIS
feature in the market where the vehicle was pur-
chased, the customer can program the additional
keys, as long as at least two valid Sentry Keys are
already available. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/VEHI-
CLE THEFT SECURITY - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE - TRANSPONDER PROGRAMMING).
The SKIS performs a self-test each time the igni-
tion switch is turned to the On position, and will
store fault information in the form of DiagnosticTrouble Codes (DTC's) if a system malfunction is
detected. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic informa-
tion.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - VEHICLE THEFT
SECURITY SYSTEM
The VTSS-related hard wired inputs to and out-
puts from the Body Control Module (BCM), the
Driver Door Module (DDM), or the Passenger Door
Module (PDM) may be diagnosed and tested using
conventional diagnostic tools and procedures. Refer
to the appropriate wiring information.
However, conventional diagnostic methods may not
prove conclusive in the diagnosis of the BCM, the
DDM, the PDM, or the Programmable Communica-
tions Interface (PCI) data bus network. In order to
obtain conclusive testing of the VTSS, the BCM, the
DDM, the PDM, and the PCI data bus network must
also be checked. The most reliable, efficient, and
accurate means to diagnose the VTSS requires the
use of a DRBIIItscan tool and the appropriate diag-
nostic information.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, 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.
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VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY (Continued)
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 switch lock cylinde for which it will be used.
Once the additional key has been cut, the SKIM
must be programmed to recognize it as a valid key.
There are two possible methods to program the
SKIM to recognize a new or additional valid key, the
Secured Access Method and the Customer Learn
Method. Following are the details of these two pro-
gramming methods.
SECURED ACCESS METHOD
The Secured Access method applies to all vehicles.
This method requires the use of a DRBIIItscan tool.
This method will also require that you have access to
the unique four-digit PIN code that was assigned to
the original SKIM. The PIN codemustbe used to
enter the Secured Access Mode in the SKIM. This
PIN number may be obtained from the vehicle owner,
from the original vehicle invoice, or from the
DaimlerChrysler Customer Center. Refer to the
appropriate diagnostic information for the proper
Secured Access method programming procedures.
CUSTOMER LEARN METHOD
The Customer Learn feature is only available on
domestic vehicles, or those vehicles which have a
U.S. country code designator. This programming
method also requires access to at least two valid Sen-
try Keys. If two valid Sentry Keys are not available,
or if the vehicle does not have a U.S. country code
designator, the Secured Access Methodmustbe used
to program new or additional valid keys to the SKIM.
The Customer Learn programming method proce-
dures are as follows:
(1) Obtain the blank Sentry Key(s) that are to be
programmed as valid keys for the vehicle. Cut the
blank key(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylin-
der 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
the Off position. Replace the first valid Sentry Key in
the ignition switch 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 in the lock cylinder within fifteen seconds
of removing the first valid key.
(4) About ten seconds after the completion of Step
3, the SKIS indicator in the instrument cluster will
start to flash and a single audible chime tone willsound to indicate that the system has entered the
Customer Learn programming mode.
(5) Within sixty seconds of entering the Customer
Learn programming 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
SKIS indicator will stop flashing, stay on solid for
three seconds, then turn off to indicate that the
blank Sentry Key has been successfully programmed.
The SKIS will immediately exit the Customer Learn
programming mode and the vehicle may now be
started using the newly programmed valid Sentry
Key.
Each of these steps must be repeated and com-
pleted in their entirety for each additional Sentry
Key that is to be programmed. If the above steps are
not completed in the given sequence, or within the
allotted time, the SKIS will exit the Customer Learn
programming mode and the programming will be
unsuccessful. The SKIS will also automatically exit
the Customer Learn programming mode if it sees a
non-blank Sentry Key transponder when it should
see a blank, if it has already programmed eight (8)
valid Sentry Keys, or if the ignition switch is turned
to the Off position for more than about fifty seconds.
NOTE: If an attempt is made to start the vehicle
while in the Customer Learn mode (SKIS indicator
flashing), the SKIS will respond as though the vehi-
cle were being started with an invalid key. In other
words, the engine will stall after about two seconds
of operation. No faults will be set.
NOTE: Once a Sentry Key has been programmed as
a valid key to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed
as a valid key for use on any other vehicle.
DOOR CYLINDER LOCK
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles manufactured for North American mar-
kets that are equipped with the optional Vehicle
Theft Security System (VTSS) have a door cylinder
lock switch secured to the back of the key lock cylin-
der inside the drivers front door (Fig. 1). The door
cylinder lock switch is a resistor multiplexed momen-
tary switch that is hard wired in series between the
door lock switch ground and right or left cylinder
lock switch mux circuits of the Drivers Door Module
(DDM) through the front door wire harness. The door
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VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY (Continued)
(5) Remove the door cylinder lock switch from the
back of the lock cylinder.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the door cylinder lock switch onto the
back of the lock cylinder with its pigtail wire harness
oriented toward the bottom (Fig. 2).
(2) Position the lock lever onto the pin on the back
of the door lock cylinder with the lever oriented
toward the rear.
(3) Install the retainer clip onto the pin on the
back of the door lock cylinder. Be certain that the
center tab of the retainer is engaged in the retention
hole on the lock lever.
(4) Reinstall the outside door handle unit onto the
outer door panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR -
FRONT/EXTERIOR HANDLE - INSTALLATION).
(5) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
HOOD AJAR SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The hood ajar switch is a self-adjusting, normally
closed, single pole, double throw momentary switch
that is used only on vehicles built for sale in certain
international markets where it is required equipment
(Fig. 3). The mounting bracket is fastened to the left
inner fender. A molded plastic striker with three inte-
gral retainers is secured to the underside of the hood
panel inner reinforcement to actuate the switch
plunger as the hood panel is closed.The switchreceives a path to ground through the left inner
fender shield in the engine compartment.
The hood ajar switch adjusts itself as the striker
pushes the switch body down through the switch
when the hood panel is closed after the initial instal-
lation. This self-adjustment feature is only functional
the first time the hood is closed following installa-
tion. If the switch requires adjustment following the
initial installation, the switch must be replaced.
OPERATION
The normally closed hood ajar switch is normally
held open when the hood panel is closed and latched.
When the hood is opened, the switch plunger extends
from the switch body and the switch contacts are
closed. The hood ajar switch is connected in series
between ground and the hood ajar switch sense input
of the Body Control Module (BCM). The BCM uses
an internal resistor pull up to monitor the state of
the hood ajar switch contacts. The hood ajar switch
can be diagnosed using conventional diagnostic tools
and methods.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HOOD AJAR
SWITCH
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative
hood ajar switch. If the problem being diagnosed is
related to hood ajar switch accuracy, be certain to
confirm that the problem is not an improperly
adjusted hood ajar switch. If no hood ajar switch
adjustment problem is found, the following procedure
will help to locate a short or open in the hood ajar
switch circuit. Refer to the appropriate wiring infor-
mation.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, 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. Disconnect the hood ajar switch. Check for
continuity between the harness ground circuit a good
ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step
2. If not OK, repair the open ground circuit to
ground.
Fig. 3 Hood Ajar Switch
1 - SWITCH
2 - STUD (2)
3 - BRACKET
4 - FENDER
5 - CONNECTOR
6 - NUT (2)
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DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH (Continued)