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Test B: The Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime Is Inoperative/Does Not Operate Correctly

PINPOINT TEST B: THE KEY-IN-IGNITION WARNING CHIME IS INOPERATIVE/DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY


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Normal Operation
When the key is inserted into the ignition lock cylinder, the key-in-ignition switch (part of the ignition switch) closes and routes a voltage signal to the generic electronic module (GEM) through circuit 30S-TA31 (RD/BK). The voltage signal indicates to the GEM that the key is inserted into the ignition lock cylinder. If the GEM detects that the ignition switch is in the OFF or ACC position with the key inserted in the ignition lock cylinder and the driver door is ajar, the key-in-ignition warning chime sounds.

Possible Causes
- Circuit 30S-TA31 (RD/BK) open or short to voltage
- Ignition switch
- GEM