Arming Procedure Test

Accessories and Optional Equipment Antitheft and Alarm System, descriptions and Operation, Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS).


Body and FrameSee Locks, Keyless Entry Transmitter, Service and Repair for programming procedures.

Method - A
1. With the key removed from the ignition lock and any door open, actuate one of the following:
- Power door lock button to LOCK,
- Key fob LOCK button
- Door lock key cylinder to locked position.
2. Close all opened doors.
3. After the last door is closed, an arming time-out period of sixteen seconds will start, then the VTSS will become armed.

Method - B
Actuating the key fob transmitter LOCK button, key locking the front doors or liftgate with the doors closed and the ignition locked will begin the arming time-out period. If method-A, 16 second time-out sequence was in process when method-B was actuated, the 16 second time-out will restart from the time of the second actuation.

If the security lamp does not illuminate at all upon final door closure, it indicates that the system is not arming.

The current VTSS status armed or disarmed shall be maintained in memory to prevent battery disconnects from disarming the system.