Antitheft and Alarm Systems

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SKIS INITIALIZATION The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) must be initialized following a Sentry Key REmote Entry Module (SKREEM) (also known as the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module/SKIM or the Wireless Control Module/WCM) replacement. SKIS initialization requires the use of a diagnostic scan tool. Initialization will also require that you have access to the unique four-digit PIN code that was assigned to the original SKREEM. The PIN code must be used to enter the Secured Access Mode in the SKREEM. This PIN number may be obtained from the vehicle owner, from the original vehicle invoice, or from the Chrysler Customer Center. Testing and Inspection.

VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY SYSTEM The Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) is divided into two basic subsystems: Vehicle Theft Alarm (VTA) and Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS). Following are the recommended procedures for diagnosis of each of these two subsystems. VEHICLE THEFT ALARM The hard wired circuits between components related to the VTA system may be diagnosed using conventional diagnostic tools and procedures. Refer to the appropriate 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 connectors, splices and grounds. However, conventional diagnostic methods will not prove conclusive in the diagnosis of the VTA system or the electronic controls or communication between other modules and devices that provide some features of the VTA system. The most reliable, efficient, and accurate means to diagnose the VTA system or the electronic controls and communication related to VTA system operation requires the use of a diagnostic scan tool. See the Vehicle Theft Security System menu item on the scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information. SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The hard wired circuits between components related to the SKIS may be diagnosed using conventional diagnostic tools and procedures. Refer to the appropriate 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 connectors, splices and grounds. However, conventional diagnostic methods will not prove conclusive in the diagnosis of the SKIS or the electronic controls or communication between other modules and devices that provide some features of the SKIS. The most reliable, efficient, and accurate means to diagnose the SKIS or the electronic controls and communication related to SKIS operation requires the use of a diagnostic scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.

DESCRIPTION The Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) is an available factory-installed feature on this vehicle. The VTSS is comprised of two primary subsystems: the optional Vehicle Theft Alarm (VTA) and the standard Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS). The VTA is an active system that provides visual and audible responses as deterrents to and warnings of unauthorized vehicle tampering. The SKIS is a passive system that effectively immobilizes the vehicle against unauthorized operation. Following are paragraphs which describe the various components that are included in each of these subsystems of the VTSS. Certain functions and features of the VTSS rely upon resources shared with or controlled by other electronic modules in the vehicle over the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus. Other modules that may affect VTSS operation are: -ElectroMechanical Instrument Cluster - The ElectroMechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC) (also known as the Cab Compartment Node/CCN) provides security indicator control. Instrument Cluster - Description. -Powertrain Control Module - The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) provides the SKIS engine control logic. -Totally Integrated Power Module (3) - The Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) is located in the engine compartment, near the battery. The TIPM monitors door, liftgate and hood ajar switch status and provides the VTA system logic. Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) - Description. Except for the Sentry Key transponders, which rely upon Radio Frequency (RF) communication, hard wired circuitry connects the VTA and SKIS components to the electrical system of the vehicle. These hard wired circuits are integral to several wire harnesses, which are routed throughout the vehicle and retained by many different methods. These circuits may be connected to each other, to the vehicle electrical system and to the SKIS components through the use of a combination of soldered splices, splice block connectors, and many different types of wire harness terminal connectors and insulators. Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair procedures, further details on wire harness routing and retention, as well as pin-out and location views for the various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds. VEHICLE THEFT ALARM The VTA is available in two different configurations for this vehicle: One configuration is designed for vehicles manufactured for sale in North America; while the other configuration is designed for vehicles manufactured for sale in markets outside of North America, also referred to as export markets within the context of this service information. In addition, the VTA for export is available in two versions: base and premium. All vehicles equipped with VTA are also equipped with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and the Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS), regardless of their market destination. The North American and export base version of the VTA system provides perimeter vehicle protection by monitoring the vehicle doors, the ignition switch, the liftgate, the liftgate flip-up glass and, for vehicles built for certain markets where it is required equipment, the hood. If unauthorized vehicle use or tampering is detected, these systems respond by pulsing the vehicle horn as an audible deterrent and flashing certain exterior lamps as a visual deterrent. The export premium version of the VTA system is only available in vehicles manufactured for sale in certain export markets where it is required equipment. The export premium version of the VTA provides the same perimeter protection features as the base version, but adds interior vehicle intrusion protection. The export premium VTA also replaces the pulsing horn feature of the base version with an alarm siren as the audible deterrent, while retaining the flashing exterior lamps as the visual deterrent. The VTA includes the following major components, which are described in further detail elsewhere in this service information: -Door Ajar Switches (7) - A door ajar switch is integral to the door latch mechanism of each front and rear door. Liftgate Latch - Removal. -Flip-Up Glass Ajar Switch (10) - A flip-up glass ajar switch is integral to the liftgate flip-up glass latch, located on the liftgate below the glass opening near the center. Liftgate Latch - Removal. -Hood Ajar Switch (1) - A hood ajar switch is located on a bracket integral to the left side of the front end module carrier within the engine compartment of vehicles built for sale in certain export markets where it is required equipment. -Intrusion Module (9) - An intrusion module is located on the left inner D-pillar in the passenger compartment of vehicles built for sale in certain export markets where it is required equipment. -Liftgate Ajar Switch (11) - A liftgate ajar switch is integral to the latch for the liftgate in the vehicle. Liftgate Latch - Removal. -Security Indicator (4) - A security indicator is integral to the ElectroMechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC) (also known as the Cab Compartment Node/CCN). Instrument Cluster - Description. -Siren (2) - An alarm siren is located on the back of the front end module carrier in the engine compartment just below the inboard side of the right combination lamp housing of vehicles built for sale in certain export markets where it is required equipment. SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) is standard factory-installed equipment on this vehicle. The SKIS provides passive vehicle protection by preventing the engine from operating unless a valid electronically encoded key is detected in the ignition lock cylinder. The SKIS includes the following major components, which are described in further detail elsewhere in this service information: -Security Indicator - A security indicator is integral to the ElectroMechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC) (also known as the Cab Compartment Node/CCN). Instrument Cluster - Description. -Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (5) - The Sentry Key REmote Entry Module (SKREEM) (also known as the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module/SKIM or the Wireless Control Module/WCM) is located on the right side of the steering column near the ignition lock cylinder housing and an integral molded plastic antenna ring circles the ignition lock cylinder like a halo. The SKREEM and its antenna are concealed beneath the shrouds on the steering column. Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKREEM) - Description. -Sentry Key Transponder - The Sentry Key transponder is contained within the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter integral to the head of the ignition key. Transponder Key - Description.