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For 1990-2009 cars only

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Schematic Reference: Audible Warnings Schematics

DEFINITION: One or more chime functions are inoperative.

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool, perform the Chime Tone Test in the Radio.

Does the chime sound?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Open the drivers door.

Do the courtesy lamps illuminate when the driver's door is opened?

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Courtesy Lamps Inoperative in Lighting Systems

4

  1. Turn the radio ON.
  2. Adjust the radio balance and fade to the left front speaker.

Does the speaker operate properly?

Go to Step 5

Go to Speakers Inoperative - One or More in Entertainment

5

Replace the radio. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 6

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6

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2