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Pinpoint Test AJ: The Key-In-Ignition Chime Is Inoperative

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CAUTION: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
  1. AJ1 CHECK FOR DRIVER DOOR AJAR INPUT TO THE SJB 
    • Check the operation of the interior lamps while opening and closing the driver door.
    • Do the interior lamps operate correctly? 
    1. YES  : Go to  AJ2.
    2. NO  : REFER to INTERIOR LIGHTING .
  2. AJ2 CHECK INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (IC) CHIME FUNCTION 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Turn the parking lamps on.
    • Open the driver door.
    • Does the headlamps on warning chime sound? 
    1. YES  : Go to  AJ3.
    2. NO  : Go to  AJ5.
  3. AJ3 CHECK THE INPUT TO THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (IC) FOR DTC B1353 
    • Disconnect: Instrument Cluster (IC) C220
    • Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder.
      • Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between Instrument Cluster C220-13 And Ground
      GF0016077Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Measure the voltage between the instrument cluster (IC) C220-13, circuit 1414 (LG/VT), harness side and ground.
    • Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? 
    1. YES  : Go to  AJ5.
    2. NO  : Go to  AJ4.
  4. AJ4 CHECK CIRCUIT 1414 (LG/VT) FOR AN OPEN 
    • Disconnect: Ignition Switch C250
      • Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Instrument Cluster C220-13 And Ignition Switch C250-5
      GF0016078Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Measure the resistance between the instrument cluster (IC) C220-13, circuit 1414 (LG/VT), harness side and the ignition switch C250-5, circuit 1414 (LG/VT), harness side.
    • Is the resistance less than 5 ohms? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new ignition switch. REFER to STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES . CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
    2. NO  : REPAIR the circuit. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
  5. AJ5 CHECK FOR CORRECT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (IC) OPERATION 
    • Disconnect the instrument cluster (IC) connector.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • damaged pins
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect the instrument cluster (IC) connector and make sure it seats correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new instrument cluster (IC). REFER to Instrument Cluster (IC) . TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
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