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For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you review the operation and perform the necessary inspections?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Symptoms

2

Disconnect the instrument cluster connector C1.

Does the DOOR AJAR message turn off?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 4

3

Repair a short to ground in the signal circuit of the door ajar switch. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 5

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4

Replace the IPC. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.

Important: Perform the set up procedure for the IP.

Did you complete the replacement and the set up procedure?

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Go to Step 5

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5

  1. Close all vehicle doors.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Observe the instrument cluster.

Does the IP display DOOR AJAR?

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Go to Step 2

System OK