Troubleshooting Hints

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
(Perform before beginning System Diagnosis)

1. Check the Ignition Key for a cracked resistor pellet or a pellet that is dirty or coated. Also check that the Ignition Key is free from excess plastic around the resistor pellet contacts.
2. Check owner's Ignition Key using the J 35628 PASS-Key-II Interrogator or equivalent. If the Key Code window shows "E" replace the key.
3. Check the key pellet sensing contacts in the Ignition Lock Cylinder by looking into the key opening. If the contacts are damaged or not silver in color, replace the Lock Cylinder.
4. Check I/P Fuses #24 and #33 by visual inspection.
5. If the PASS-Key II system is intermittent, check that the connector to the Central Control Module (CCM) is tight and the terminals are clean. Also check the CCM grounds.
6. If the Starter Enable Relay must be replaced, also check CKT 625 to the Starter Solenoid for a possible short. A short may have caused the relay to fail.
7. To check the contacts to the key and the wires in the Steering Column, disconnect the connector near the base of the column. Measure the resistance back to the key at this connector while you turn and adjust the Steering Wheel. If there is any change or intermittent reading, replace the Lock Cylinder and the Steering Column wires that come with it.
^ Check for a broken (or partially broken) wire inside of the insulation which could cause system failure but prove "GOOD" in a continuity/voltage check.
^ Check for proper installation of aftermarket electronic equipment which may affect the integrity of other systems.
^ Refer to System Diagnosis.