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Sentry Key Immobilizer Module: Removal

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  1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative remote cable.
  2. Remove Lower Instrument Panel Cover.
  3. Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds. Refer to UPPER SHROUD .
  4. Disengage the steering column wire harness from the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module SKIM to (Fig 1).
  5. Remove the two screws securing the SKIM to the top of the steering column (Fig 1).
  6. Rotate the SKIM and its mounting bracket upwards and then to the side away from the steering column to slide the SKIM antenna ring from around the ignition switch lock cylinder housing (Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM)
    G03537696Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  7. Remove the SKIM from the vehicle.
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