Chime Always On

Step	Action	Yes	No
Schematic Reference: Audible Warnings Schematics Connector End View Reference: Computer/Integrating Systems Connector End Views in Computer/Integrating Systems or Inline Harness Connector End Views in Wiring Systems.
1	Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?	Go to Step 2	Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2	Are any indicators illuminated?	Go to Symptoms - Instrument Panel, Gages and Console	Go to Step 3
3	Turn OFF the ignition. Turn the headlamp switch to OFF. Remove the key from the ignition. Open the driver door. Does the chime sound?	Go to Step 4	Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems
4	Turn OFF the ignition. Disconnect the ignition switch. Install a scan tool. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. With a scan tool, observe the Key in Ignition parameter in the dash integration module (DIC) Data list. Does the Key in Ignition parameter display No?	Go to Step 6	Go to Step 5
5	Test the ignition key alarm switch signal circuit for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 10	Go to Step 7
6	Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the key switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 10	Go to Step 8
7	Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the dash integration module (DIM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 10	Go to Step 9
8	Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition Switch Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column. Did you complete the replacement?	Go to Step 10	-
9	Replace the DIM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement?	Go to Step 10	-
10	Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?	System OK	Go to Step 2