Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime

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The key-in-ignition warning chime warns that the key is still in the ignition lock cylinder when the driver door is ajar (without IA ) or that the ignition is in the accessory state (With Intelligent Access). The IPC receives the key-in-ignition warning chime command from the BCM . The key-in-ignition warning chime sounds when the driver door is ajar, the key is in the ignition lock cylinder and in the off/lock or accessory position (without IA ) or when the ignition is in the accessory state (With Intelligent Access).

The chime sounds a repetitive 1 second chime tone for as long as the key is in the lock cylinder with the ignition off (except IA ) or the ignition in accessory mode (With Intelligent Access) with the door ajar. The chime shuts off when battery saver has expired (approximately 30 minutes).