lock DODGE RAM 1999 Service Manual PDF

* ONE GAUGE NOT OPERATING PROPERLY
OVERHEAD CONSOLE CONCERNS
* AVERAGE MPH/FUEL ECON INOPERATIVE OR WRONG (CMTC FAILS TO
RESPOND TO INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIMMING, DISTANCE TO EMPTY
INOPERATIVE OR WRONG, ELAPSED TIME INOPERATIVE/WRONG, SWITCH
ON CMTC INOPERATIVE, TRIP ODOMETER INOPERATIVE/WRONG)
* CMTC DISPLAY SHOWS FAILED
* CMTC SEGMENTS FAIL TO LIGHT UP
* INCORRECT READING BEYOND +/- 5
* REPAIRING "OC" IN CMTC DISPLAY
* REPAIRING "SC" IN CMTC DISPLAY
POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM
* DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE (PDL)
* DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE (PDL)
* AUTOMATIC (ROLLING) DOOR LOCKS INOPERATIVE
* DOORS LOCK WITH KEY IN IGNITION & LEFT DOOR OPEN
* ONE OR ALL DOORS FAILING TO LOCK FROM ONE SWITCH (ONE OR ALL
DOORS FAILING TO UNLOCK FROM ONE SWITCH)
* REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROBLEM
VEHICLE THEFT/SECURITY SYSTEM
* DOOR DISARM SWITCH FAILURE
* DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE
* DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE
* EEPROM CHECKSUM FAILURE
* INTERNAL ROM TEST FAILURE
* IDENTIFYING VTSS PROBLEMS
WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM
* WIPER PARK SWITCH FAILURE
* INTERMITTENT WIPERS INOPERATIVE
* NO WIPER ACTUATION AFTER WASH BUTTON PUSHED
* WIPER SPEED SENSITIVE FEATURE INOPERATIVE
CHIME SYSTEM
CHIME INOPERATIVE WITH EXTREME COOLANT TEMPERATURE
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting any module connector.
1) Using scan tool, actuate chime. If chime sounds, go to
next step. If chime does not sound, replace Central Timer Module
(CTM). CTM is located under left side of instrument panel.
2) Using scan tool, read Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
DTCs. If no engine coolant temperature related codes exist, go to next
step. If engine coolant temperature related codes exist, see
appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
3) Due to difficult access of coolant temperature sensor, Oil
Pressure Switch (OPS) will be used to verify CCD bus message from PCM.\
Disconnect OPS connector. OPS is located near bottom of distributor.

circuit.
ONE GAUGE NOT OPERATING PROPERLY
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Push and hold RESET button while cycling ignition key; ON-
OFF-ON. Instrument cluster self-test will start. If inoperative gauge
reached proper calibration point, go to next step. If inoperative
gauge did not reach proper calibration point, replace instrument
cluster.
2) Stop instrument cluster self-test. If problem is with
speedometer, go to next step. If problem is with oil pressure gauge,
go to step 5). If problem is with temperature gauge, go to step 14).
If problem is with fuel level gauge, go to appropriate SELF-
DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE section and review
powertrain symptoms. If problem is with volt gauge, go to step 16). If
problem is with tachometer, go to step 18).
3) Using scan tool, select BODY, SYSTEMS TESTS then PCM
MONITOR. If scan tool displays PCM ACTIVE ON BUS, go to next step. If
scan tool does not display PCM ACTIVE ON BUS, go to appropriate
VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS article.
4) Raise and support all wheels. Start engine and place gear
selector in drive. Using scan tool, select MIC, MONITORS then CCD BUS
ENGINE INFO. Read VSS. If vehicle speed on scan tool matches
speedometer, see appropriate ANTI-LOCK BRAKE article. If vehicle speed
on scan tool does not match speedometer, replace instrument cluster
circuit board.
5) Turn ignition on. If CHECK GAUGES light illuminated, go to
next step. If CHECK GAUGES light did not illuminate, go to step 11).
6) Turn ignition off. Inspect oil level. If oil level is
within specification, go to next step. If oil level is not within
specification, adjust oil level and retest.
7) Turn ignition on. Disconnect engine Oil Pressure Switch
(OPS) connector. OPS is located near bottom of distributor. If CHECK
GAUGES light went out, go to next step. If CHECK GAUGES light did not
go out, go to step 10).
8) Remove OPS. Connect mechanical oil pressure gauge to OPS
port. Start engine. If engine oil pressure at idle is 4 psi or more,
go to next step. If engine oil pressure at idle is less than 4 psi,
repair mechanical engine problem.
9) Run engine to reach normal operating temperature. If
engine oil pressure at idle is 4 psi or more, replace OPS. If engine
oil pressure at idle is less than 4 psi, repair mechanical engine
problem.
10) Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM White connector C2. PCM
is located in engine compartment on right inner fender. Using an
external ohmmeter, measure resistance between ground and PCM Black
connector terminal No. 23 (Gray/Orange wire). If resistance is less
than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Gray/Orange wire. If resistance
is 5 ohms or more, replace PCM.
11) Disconnect engine Oil Pressure Switch (OPS) connector.
OPS is located near bottom of distributor. Using an external ohmmeter,
measure resistance between ground and OPS connector Black/Light Blue
wire. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step. If
resistance is 5 ohms or more, repair open Black/Light Blue wire.
Black/Light Blue wire is a common sensor ground. If no other engine
sensors are failed, repair ground between sensor and splice. If

POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM
DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE (PDL)
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Clear trouble codes as needed. See BODY CONTROL COMPUTER -
INTRODUCTION article. Using scan tool, read I/O's door lock switch
status. If scan tool displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool
does not display PRESSED, system is currently functioning properly.
2) Disconnect left door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool does not display
PRESSED, replace left door lock switch.
3) Disconnect right door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool does not display
PRESSED, replace right door lock switch.
4) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2.
Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and CTM
18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 4 (Orange/Dark Green wire). If
voltage is more than 1.5 volts, repair short to voltage in Orange/Dark
Green wire. If voltage is 1.5 volts or less, replace CTM.
DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE (PDL)
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Clear trouble codes as needed. See BODY CONTROL COMPUTER -
INTRODUCTION article. Using scan tool, read I/O's door unlock switch
status. If scan tool displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool
does not display PRESSED, system is currently functioning properly.
2) Disconnect left door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool does not display
PRESSED, replace left door lock switch.
3) Disconnect right door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool does not display
PRESSED, replace right door lock switch.
4) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2.
Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and CTM
18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 13 (Pink/Dark Green wire). If voltage\
is more than 1.5 volts, repair short to voltage in Pink/Dark Green
wire. If voltage is 1.5 volts or less, replace CTM.
AUTOMATIC (ROLLING) DOOR LOCKS INOPERATIVE
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
1) Using scan tool select SYSTEM MONITORS, then CCD BUS TEST.
If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If scan tool

does not display BUS OPERATIONAL, go to appropriate VEHICLE
COMMUNICATIONS article.
2) Using scan tool select BODY COMPUTER. If scan tool
displays NO RESPONSE, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
article. If scan tool does not displays NO RESPONSE, go to next step.
3) This test is only for vehicles equipped with speed
sensitive door locks. With doors closed and unlocked drive vehicle
faster than 15 MPH. If doors lock, system is currently functioning
properly. If doors do not lock, using scan tool select ROLLING LOCKS.
Retest system.
DOORS LOCK WITH KEY IN IGNITION & LEFT DOOR OPEN
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Using scan tool select SYSTEM MONITORS, then CCD BUS TEST.
If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If scan tool
does not display BUS OPERATIONAL, go to appropriate VEHICLE
COMMUNICATIONS article.
2) Using scan tool select BODY COMPUTER. If scan tool
displays NO RESPONSE, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
article. If scan tool does not display NO RESPONSE, go to next step.
3) Place key in ignition. Open driver's door. Lock doors from
interior lock switch. If doors locked, go to next step. If doors did
not lock, system is currently functioning correctly.
4) Using scan tool, read left door ajar status. Open and
close left door. If door ajar state changed from OPEN to CLOSED, go to
next step. If door ajar state did not change from OPEN to CLOSED, go
to OPEN LEFT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT under DOOR AJAR SYSTEM.
5) Ensure driver's door is open. Read key-in ignition status.
If scan tool shows KEY-IN, replace Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is
located behind right kick panel. If scan tool does not show KEY-IN, go
to next step.
6) Gain access to CTM connector C1. Do not disconnect
connector. Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground
and CTM 14-pin connector C1 terminal No. 9 (Light Blue wire). If
voltage is more than 1.5 volts, repair open Light Blue wire. If
voltage is 1.5 volts or less, go to next step.
7) Turn ignition off and remove key. Measure voltage between
ground and CTM 14-pin connector C1 terminal No. 9 (Light Blue wire).
If voltage is less than 1.5 volts, replace CTM. If voltage is 1.5
volts or more, replace ignition switch.
ONE OR ALL DOORS FAILING TO LOCK FROM ONE SWITCH (ONE OR ALL
DOORS FAILING TO UNLOCK FROM ONE SWITCH)
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Using scan tool select SYSTEM MONITORS, then CCD BUS TEST.
If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If scan tool
does not display BUS OPERATIONAL, go to appropriate VEHICLE
COMMUNICATIONS article.
2) Using scan tool select BODY COMPUTER. If scan tool

displays NO RESPONSE, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
article. If scan tool does not display NO RESPONSE, go to next step.
3) Read DTCs. If no DTCs are displayed, go to next step. If
DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE is displayed, go to DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE
(PDL). If DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE is displayed, go to DOOR UNLOCK
SWITCH FAILURE (PDL).
4) Lower both front windows. Remove key from ignition switch
and close all doors. Lock and unlock doors from all switches. If all
doors lock and unlock properly, system is currently functioning
properly. If one or all locks fail to lock from one switch, go to next
step. If one or all locks fail to unlock from one switch, go to step
12).
5) Using scan tool, read I/O's door lock switch status. Press
lock button on inoperative door. If scan tool does not display LOCK SW
PRESSED while lock switch is pressed on inoperative door, go to step
9). If scan tool displays LOCK SW PRESSED while lock switch is pressed
on inoperative door, go to next step.
6) Access door lock actuator inside inoperative door.
Disconnect door lock actuator connector. Remove key from ignition and
roll windows down. Connect test light between door lock actuator
connector terminals. If test light illuminates while door lock switch
is pressed, replace door lock actuator. If test light does not
illuminate while door lock switch is pressed, go to next step.
7) Connect test light to ground and probe Orange/Black wire
of door lock actuator connector. If test light illuminates while door
lock switch is pressed, repair open Orange/Black wire between door
lock actuator and Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind
right kick panel. If test light does not illuminate while door lock
switch is pressed, go to next step.
8) Access CTM 18-pin connector C2. Remove connector cover. Do
not disconnect connector. Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage
between ground and CTM 18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 1
(Orange/Black wire). If voltage is more than 9.5 volts while door lock\
switch is pressed, repair open Orange/Black wire. If voltage is 9.5
volts or less while door lock switch is pressed, replace CTM.
9) Disconnect inoperative lock switch connector. Using an
external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and Red wire of
door lock switch connector. If voltage is more than 9.5 volts, go to
next step. If voltage is 9.5 volts or less, repair open Red wire
between door lock switch connector and voltage source.
10) Reconnect door lock switch connector. Measure voltage
between ground and backprobe Orange/Violet wire of door lock switch
connector. If voltage is more than 9.5 volts while pressing lock
switch, go to next step. If voltage is 9.5 volts or less while
pressing lock switch, replace door lock switch.
11) Access CTM 18-pin connector C2. Remove connector cover.
Do not disconnect connector. Using an external voltmeter, measure
voltage between ground and CTM 18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 4
(Orange/Dark Green wire). If voltage is more than 9.5 volts while
pressing lock switch, replace CTM. If voltage is 9.5 volts or less
while pressing lock switch, repair open Orange/Dark Green wire between
CTM and door lock switch.
12) Using scan tool, read I/O's door unlock switch status. If
scan tool does not display UNLOCK SW PRESSED while unlock switch is
pressed on inoperative door, go to step 16). If scan tool displays
UNLOCK SW PRESSED while unlock switch is pressed on inoperative door,
go to next step.
13) Access door lock actuator inside inoperative door.
Disconnect door lock actuator connector. Remove key from ignition and
roll windows down. Connect test light between door lock actuator
connector terminals. If test light illuminates while door unlock
switch is pressed, replace door lock actuator. If test light does not
illuminate while door unlock switch is pressed, go to next step.

14) Connect test light to ground and probe Orange/Black wire
of door lock actuator connector. If test light illuminates while door
unlock switch is pressed, repair open Orange/Black wire between door
lock actuator and Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind
right kick panel. If test light does not illuminate while door unlock
switch is pressed, go to next step.
15) Access CTM 18-pin connector C2. Remove connector cover.
Do not disconnect connector. Using an external voltmeter, measure
voltage between ground and CTM 18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 9
(Pink/Black wire). If voltage is more than 9.5 volts while door unlock\
switch is pressed, repair open Pink/Black wire. If voltage is 9.5
volts or less while door unlock switch is pressed, replace CTM.
16) Disconnect inoperative lock switch connector. Using an
external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and Red wire of
door lock switch connector. If voltage is more than 9.5 volts, repair
open Red wire between door lock switch connector and voltage source.
If voltage is 9.5 volts or less, go to next step.
17) Reconnect door lock switch connector. Measure voltage
between ground and backprobe Pink/Violet wire of door lock switch
connector. If voltage is more than 9.5 volts, go to next step. If
voltage is 9.5 volts or less, replace door lock switch.
18) Access CTM 18-pin connector "B". Remove connector cover.
Do not disconnect connector. Using an external voltmeter, measure
voltage between ground and CTM 18-pin connector "B" terminal No. 13
(Pink/Dark Green wire). If voltage is more than 9.5 volts, replace
CTM. If voltage is 9.5 volts or less, repair open Pink/Dark Green wire
between CTM and door lock switch.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROBLEM
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Using scan tool select SYSTEM MONITORS, then CCD BUS TEST.
If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If scan tool
does not display BUS OPERATIONAL, go to appropriate VEHICLE
COMMUNICATIONS article.
2) Using scan tool select BODY COMPUTER. If scan tool
displays NO RESPONSE, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
article. If scan tool does not display NO RESPONSE, go to next step.
3) Operate door locks with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. If doors locked when transmitter was actuated, system is
currently functioning properly. If doors do not lock when transmitter
was actuated, go to next step.
4) Ensure transmitter battery voltage is 3.2 volts. Turn
ignition on. Place transmission in park and disarm anti-theft system.
Using scan tool, select MISCELLANEOUS, then PROGRAM RKE. If BCM IS IN
PROGRAMMING MODE does not appear, exit and select PROGRAM RKE again.
Press any transmitter button. A single chime will announce RKE module
accepted transmission. Repeat procedure for all transmitters used with
vehicle. Operate door locks from reprogrammed transmitter. If door
locks operate properly, system has been repaired. If door locks do not
operate properly, go to next step.
5) Using scan tool, reprogram a known good transmitter:
Operate door locks with reprogrammed transmitter. If doors locked
properly, replace transmitter. If doors did not lock properly, replace
CTM.

VEHICLE THEFT/SECURITY SYSTEM
DOOR DISARM SWITCH FAILURE
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Using scan tool, read VTSS inputs/outputs information. If
scan tool displays door disarm switch state OPEN, system is currently
functioning properly. If scan tool does not display door disarm switch
state OPEN, go to next step.
2) Disconnect left door disarm switch. If scan tool displays
door disarm switch state OPEN, replace left door disarm switch. If
scan tool does not display door disarm switch state OPEN, go to next
step.
3) Disconnect right door disarm switch. If scan tool displays
door disarm switch state OPEN, replace left door disarm switch. If
scan tool does not display door disarm switch state OPEN, go to next
step.
4) Access Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2.
Using an external ohmmeter, measure resistance between ground and CTM
18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 10 (Light Green/Orange wire). If
resistance is less than 1000 ohms, repair short to ground in Light
Green/Orange wire. If resistance is 1000 ohms or more, replace CTM.
DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Clear trouble codes as needed. See BODY CONTROL COMPUTER -
INTRODUCTION article. Using scan tool, read I/O's door lock switch
status. If scan tool displays RELEASED, system is currently
functioning properly. If scan tool does not display RELEASED, go to
next step.
2) Disconnect left door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays RELEASED, replace left door lock switch. If scan tool does
not display RELEASED, go to next step.
3) Disconnect right door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays RELEASED, replace right door lock switch. If scan tool does
not display RELEASED, go to next step.
4) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2.
Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and CTM
18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 13 (Pink/Dark Green wire). If voltage\
is more than 1.5 volts, repair short to voltage in Pink/Dark Green
wire between CTM and door lock switch. If voltage is 1.5 volts or
less, replace CTM.
DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform

VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Clear trouble codes as needed. See BODY CONTROL COMPUTER -
INTRODUCTION article. Using scan tool, read I/O's door unlock switch
status. If scan tool displays RELEASED, system is currently
functioning properly. If scan tool does not display RELEASED, go to
next step.
2) Disconnect left door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays RELEASED, replace left door lock switch. If scan tool does
not display RELEASED, go to next step.
3) Disconnect right door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays RELEASED, replace right door lock switch. If scan tool does
not display RELEASED, go to next step.
4) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2.
Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and CTM
18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 4 (Orange/Dark Green wire). If
voltage is more than 1.5 volts, repair short to voltage in Orange/Dark
Green wire between CTM and door lock switch. If voltage is 1.5 volts
or less, replace CTM.
IDENTIFYING VTSS PROBLEMS
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Using scan tool, select BODY SYSTEM then VTSS and read
Central Timer Module (CTM) DTCs. If any VTSS DTCs are displayed,
perform appropriate procedure. See VTSS DTC table. If no VTSS DTCs are
displayed, go to next step.
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DTC Message Perform
DOOR DISARM SWITCH FAILURE .............. DOOR DISARM SWITCH FAILURE
DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE .................. DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE
DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE .............. DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE
EEPROM CHECKSUM FAILURE ................................ Replace CTM
INTERNAL ROM TEST FAILURE .............................. Replace CTM









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2) Select VTSS then MONITORS. If scan tool displays, OK TO
RUN, NOT OK TO ARM, PCM has not recorded more than 20 starts. Start
engine 20 times and retest. If message does not change to OK TO ARM,
replace PCM. If scan tool displays NO RESPONSE TO PCM, see appropriate
VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS article. If scan tool does not display OK TO
RUN, NOT OK TO ARM or NO RESPONSE TO PCM, go to next step.
3) Using scan tool, actuate horn, headlights and VTSS light
to flash. If horn does not sound, go to next step. If headlights do
not flash, go to step 6). If VTSS light does not flash, go to step 9).\
If all function properly, go to step 12).
4) Press horn button. If horn does not sound, go to
appropriate STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article. If horn sounds, go to
next step.
5) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind

right kick panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2. Turn ignition
on. Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and
CTM 18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 18 (Black/Red wire). If voltage
is more than 9.5 volts, replace CTM. If voltage is 9.5 volts or less,
repair open in Black/Red wire between CTM and horn relay.
6) Remove security relay from Power Distribution Center
(PDC). Turn ignition on. Connect a test light between battery source
and headlight relay connector terminal No. 85 (Red/Dark Blue wire).
Using scan tool, actuate relay. If test light illuminates, replace
security relay. If test light does not illuminate, go to next step.
7) Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between
battery voltage and security relay connector terminal No. 86
(Red/Orange wire). If voltage is more than 9.5 volts, go to next step.\
If voltage is 9.5 volts or less, repair open in Red/Orange wire
between battery source and security relay.
8) Reinstall security relay. Locate Central Timer Module
(CTM). CTM is located behind right kick panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin
connector C2. Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between
ground and CTM 18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 6 (Red/Dark Blue
wire). If voltage is more than 9.5 volts, replace CTM. If voltage is
9.5 volts or less, repair open in Red/Dark Blue wire between CTM and
security relay.
9) Disconnect overhead console 12-pin connector. Using an
external voltmeter, measure voltage between battery and overhead
console 12-pin connector terminal No. 11 (Black wire). Using scan
tool, actuate VTSS indicator light. If voltage is about 10 volts,
replace overhead console. If voltage is not about 10 volts, go to next
step.
10) Measure voltage between ground and overhead console 12-
pin connector terminal No. 5 (Pink wire). Turn ignition on. If voltage\
is more than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is 10 volts or
less, repair open Pink wire.
11) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind\
right kick panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2. Turn ignition
on. Using an external ohmmeter, measure resistance between ground and
CTM 18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 8 (Black wire). If resistance is
5 ohms or more, replace CTM. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair
open Black wire between CTM and VTSS indicator light.
12) Using scan tool, place VTSS in diagnostic mode and follow
directions on screen. If TURN KEY TO ACC POSITION is not displayed, go
to step 24). If NO RESPONSE after turning key to accessory position or
TURN KEY TO ACC POSITION is displayed longer than 15 seconds, go to
next step. If neither response is received, go to step 14).
13) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind\
right kick panel. Gain access to CTM 18-pin connector C2. Ensure key
is in accessory position. Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage
between ground and backprobe of CTM 18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 5
(Dark Blue/White wire). If voltage is more than 10 volts, replace CTM.\
If voltage is 10 volts or less, repair open Dark Blue/White wire
between CTM and junction block.
14) Remove key from ignition. Wait 2 seconds after performing
each of the following actions. Open, then close both door. Operate
power door lock switch to lock, then unlock position. Rotate key both
directions in both doors. Ensure each operation is successful. If any
operation is unsuccessful, see VTSS SYMPTOM DIRECTORY table for repair
of failed operation. If all operations are successful, go to step 22).
VTSS SYMPTOM DIRECTORY









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Problem Circuit Go To
Driver's Door Open Or Close ............................... Step 15)

Passenger's Door Open Or Close ............................ Step 16)
Driver's Door Lock Switch ................. ONE OR ALL DOORS FAILING
TO LOCK FROM ONE SWITCH
Passenger's Door Lock Switch .............. ONE OR ALL DOORS FAILING
TO LOCK FROM ONE SWITCH
Driver's Key Cylinder ..................................... Step 17)
Passenger's Key Cylinder .................................. Step 20)
Driver's Door Unlock Switch ............... ONE OR ALL DOORS FAILING
TO UNLOCK FROM ONE SWITCH
Passenger's Door Unlock Switch ............ ONE OR ALL DOORS FAILING
TO UNLOCK FROM ONE SWITCH









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15) Ensure driver's door is closed. Using scan tool, read
VTSS inputs/outputs door ajar status. If scan tool displays DR DOOR
AJAR SWITCH: CLOSED, go to SHORTED LEFT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT under DOOR
AJAR SYSTEM. If scan tool does not display DR DOOR AJAR SWITCH:
CLOSED, go to OPEN LEFT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT under DOOR AJAR SYSTEM.
16) Ensure passenger's door is closed. Using scan tool, read
VTSS inputs/outputs door ajar status. If scan tool displays DR DOOR
AJAR SWITCH: CLOSED, go to SHORTED RIGHT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT under DOOR
AJAR SYSTEM. If scan tool does not display DR DOOR AJAR SWITCH:
CLOSED, go to OPEN RIGHT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT under DOOR AJAR SYSTEM.
17) Using scan tool, monitor door disarm switch state.
Disconnect left door disarm switch. Connect jumper wire between left
door disarm switch connector terminals. If scan tool displays door
disarm switch state CLOSED, replace left door disarm switch. If scan
tool does not display door disarm switch state CLOSED, go to next
step.
18) Disconnect jumper wire. Connect jumper wire between
ground and left door disarm switch connector Light Green/Orange wire.
If scan tool displays door disarm switch state CLOSED, go to next
step. If scan tool does not display door disarm switch state CLOSED,
repair open left door disarm switch ground circuit (Black/Light Green
wire).
19) Access Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind\
right kick panel. Remove connector cover. Do not disconnect connector.
Connect a jumper between ground and backprobe CTM 18-pin connector C2
terminal No. 10 (Light Green/Orange wire). If scan tool displays door
disarm switch state CLOSED, repair open left door disarm switch sense
circuit (Light Green/Orange wire). If scan tool does not display door
disarm switch state CLOSED, replace CTM.
20) Using scan tool, monitor door disarm switch state.
Disconnect right door disarm switch. Connect jumper wire between right
door disarm switch connector terminals. If scan tool displays door
disarm switch state CLOSED, replace right door disarm switch. If scan
tool does not display door disarm switch state CLOSED, go to next
step.
21) Disconnect jumper wire. Connect jumper wire between
ground and right door disarm switch connector Light Green/Orange wire.
If scan tool displays door disarm switch state CLOSED, go to next
step. If scan tool does not display door disarm switch state CLOSED,
repair open right door disarm switch ground circuit (Black/Light Green
wire).
22) Access Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind\
right kick panel. Remove connector cover. Do not disconnect connector.
Connect a jumper between ground and backprobe CTM 18-pin connector C2
terminal No. 10 (Light Green/Orange wire). If scan tool displays door
disarm switch state CLOSED, repair open right door disarm switch sense
circuit (Light Green/Orange wire). If scan tool does not display door