Chrysler Stratus Convertible. Manual - part 278
PROGRAMMING BLANK SENTRY KEY
TRANSPONDERS WITH A DRB lll
T SCAN TOOL
When programming a blank Sentry Key transpon-
der, the key blank must first be cut to match the
ignition lock cylinder. It will also be necessary to
enter the vehicle’s four digit PIN code into the DRB
lll
t scan tool to enter the Sentry Key Immobilizer
Module’s (SKIM’s) secured access mode.
NOTE: Once a Sentry Key is programmed to a par-
ticular vehicle, it cannot be transferred to another
vehicle.
Insert the blank key into the ignition and turn it to
the RUN position. Using the DRB lll
t scan tool,
select “Theft Alarm,” then “SKIM,” then “Miscella-
neous.” Select “Program New Key.” Enter the four
digit PIN code using the DRB lll
t. When program-
ming is completed, the SKIM will exit secured access
mode and display the status of the key. One of five
different status messages may be displayed as fol-
lows:
• “Programming Successful” is displayed if SKIM
Sentry Key programming succeeds.
• “Learned Key in Ignition” is displayed if the key
in the ignition has already been programmed into
that vehicle’s SKIM.
• “8 Keys Already Learned (At The Maximum)
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, the “Erase All Keys” function
(requires entering secured access mode) has to be
performed. Then the customer is seven keys plus the
new key MUST be reprogrammed into the SKIM.
• “Programming Not Attempted” is displayed after
an “Erase All Keys” function is executed.
• “Programming Key Failed” is displayed if fur-
ther diagnosis is required.
• To learn additional keys, turn the ignition OFF,
remove the learned key, and insert the next new
blank key. Turn ignition to the RUN position and re-
enter the secured access mode function and repeat
the “Program New Key” procedure outlined above.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM)
For service of the Body Control Module (BCM),
Refer to Group 8E, Instrument Panel and Systems
for Removal and Installation.
NOTE: If BCM is replaced, the VTSS must be
enabled in the new BCM via the DRB lll
T
, in order to
start the vehicle.
JUNCTION BLOCK (JB)
Refer to Group 8O, Power Distribution Systems for
Removal and Installation.
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER MODULE (SKIM)
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS,
REFER
TO
GROUP
8M
-
PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING
WHEEL,
STEERING
COLUMN,
OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
remote cable (Fig. 3).
(2) Remove knee bolster. Refer to Group 8E,
Instrument Panel and Systems for Removal and
Installation.
(3) Remove the steering column upper and lower
shrouds. Refer to Group 19, Steering for Removal
and Installation.
(4) Disengage the steering column wire harness
from the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM).
Fig. 4 Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM)
Remove / Install
1 – IGNITION KEY CYLINDER
2 – STEERING COLUMN
3 – SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER MODULE (SKIM)
4 – SKIM CONNECTOR
5 – SKIM ANTENNA
JX
VEHICLE THEFT/SECURITY SYSTEMS
8Q - 7
SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)