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Sentry Key Immobilizer Module: Installation

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  1. Position the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) onto the steering column with the antenna ring oriented around the ignition lock cylinder housing (Figure ).
  2. Install and tighten the screw that secures the SKIM to the steering column lock housing. Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.).
  3. Reconnect the instrument panel wire harness connector for the SKIM to the SKIM connector receptacle.
  4. Position the lower shroud onto the steering column.
  5. Install and tighten the center screw that secures the lower shroud to the steering column lock housing. Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.).
  6. Position the upper shroud onto the steering column.
  7. Align the snap features on the upper and lower shroud, and apply hand pressure to snap them together.
  8. Install and tighten the screws that secure the upper shroud to the lower shroud. Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.).
  9. Install the tilt lever knob.
  10. Reinstall the steering column opening cover. (Refer to STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER ).
  11. Reconnect the battery negative cable.