Why is the ignition not recognizing the key?

Why is the ignition not recognizing the key?

It appears the ignition is not recognizing the key has been removed. I had removed the ignition cylinder because the key would not turn. The repaired cylinder has been replaced (I removed one set of tumblers that was out of place), the key turns fine – accessory, start features all work as intended.

How does the key in ignition chime work?

The body control module (BCM) monitors the state of the key-in-ignition switch, the state of the ignition switch (OFF, ACC, or RUN) and the driver’s door to control the key-in-ignition chime. My Chevy Venture 2003 door chime on drivers side chimes without key in ignition with door open.

What to do if your car key does not go off?

Just open the door with the keys in the ignition, look under the dash on the driver or passenger side. using you good hearing locate the chime and simply disconnect the plug from the back. Key fobs do not lock/unlock doors, horn or trunk release.

Why does my car alarm chime go off when I open the door?

The BCM will provide an audible chime if the key is left in the ignition in either OFF or the accessory position with the driver’s door open. The chime rate for this is 150 chimes per minute. The key in the ignition chime has a higher priority than the lights on chime.

The body control module (BCM) monitors the state of the key-in-ignition switch, the state of the ignition switch (OFF, ACC, or RUN) and the driver’s door to control the key-in-ignition chime. My Chevy Venture 2003 door chime on drivers side chimes without key in ignition with door open.

Just open the door with the keys in the ignition, look under the dash on the driver or passenger side. using you good hearing locate the chime and simply disconnect the plug from the back. Key fobs do not lock/unlock doors, horn or trunk release.

Why does my Jeep think the key is still in the ignition?

It’s like the Jeep thinks the key is still in the ignition. Sometimes it will revert back to normal for a few days, then back to acting retarded.

Why does the BCM chime even when the key is out of ignition?

In addition, 1 or 2 other conditions exist. The key is out of the ignition, or the key is in the ignition in the OFF position, and has not been turned. The BCM will chime at a rate of 200 chimes per minute until the conditions are removed.

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