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Sentry Key Immobilizer Module

CAUTION: If wrong country code is programmed into SKIM when requested, SKIM must be replaced.
NOTE: Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) will only remain in secured access mode for 60 seconds. If incorrect unique Personal Identification Number (PIN) is entered 3 times, SKIM will be locked for one hour. To unlock SKIM, turn ignition on for one hour. When SKIM is locked, scan tool will display BUS +/- SIGNALS OPEN.
  1. If Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is being replaced at same time as Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) , program PCM first. See POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE  . Then program SKIM followed by replacing all ignition keys and programming them to the new SKIM.
  2. Obtain vehicle's unique Personal Identification Number (PIN) assigned to SKIM from vehicle owner or manufacturer. Turn ignition off. Remove all test equipment and jumper wires. Connect any disconnected components. Go to next step.
  3. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). DLC is located on bottom of instrument panel, to left of brake pedal. Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, select THEFT ALARM, SKIM, MISCELLANEOUS, then SKIM MODULE REPLACED. Enter 4-digit PIN to put SKIM in access mode. Go to next step.
  4. Select COUNTRY CODE and enter correct code into SKIM memory. Select YES to update VIN (SKIM will learn VIN from PCM). Press ENTER to transfer secret key data from PCM to SKIM. Program ignition keys to SKIM using SCAN TOOL METHOD  under SENTRY KEYS.
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