What are the problems with the iginition key on a jeep?
If the iginition key is turned to ACC, all the gauges work. It is when the Jeep is started lights will light up and gauges go dead. I took the Jeep to the Local Auto Zone to be tested and it reported the SKIM MODULE needed replaced.
Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee not have a smart key?
“No CCD/J1850 messages received from the Smart Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM)” The smart key system seems to be the issue. My understanding is that the anti-theft system is operated by shutting off the fuel pumps, so this makes sense. Additionally I get the icon of a key with a line through it for on the dash when trying to start the car.
Where is the security system on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
It needs to be put to ground. On the drivers side in the foot well area just above the hood release mechanism you should see the wire harness that is coming from the drivers door. In that group of wires, locate the violet with a yellow tracer wire.
What to do if your Sentry Key Light is not working?
Call around to your local locksmiths. Most guys can come to your Jeep and program the keys to the Jeep. If the key light is on in the dash, the Jeep is not recognizing the RFID in the key. I am not sure what would cause the ECU to lose the key programing.
If the iginition key is turned to ACC, all the gauges work. It is when the Jeep is started lights will light up and gauges go dead. I took the Jeep to the Local Auto Zone to be tested and it reported the SKIM MODULE needed replaced.
Why is the key light on in the dash?
Most guys can come to your Jeep and program the keys to the Jeep. If the key light is on in the dash, the Jeep is not recognizing the RFID in the key. I am not sure what would cause the ECU to lose the key programing.
“No CCD/J1850 messages received from the Smart Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM)” The smart key system seems to be the issue. My understanding is that the anti-theft system is operated by shutting off the fuel pumps, so this makes sense. Additionally I get the icon of a key with a line through it for on the dash when trying to start the car.