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Old 09-10-2017, 04:08 PM   #3
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Re: more problems with the instrument cluster

I figured as much. But if I can't start the the motor. I am stuck because I can't afford the tow bill as well as the repairs. I think it is in the line from the ignition key to the ignition coil. If I could find the ignition coil. I can make a jumper from the ignition coil to the battery and get it to a repair shop.

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Originally Posted by 12Ounce View Post
I have read that there is a digital three-way "marriage" that happens on the assembly line, between the instrument cluster, the PCM, and the anti-theft sensor that wraps around the key tumbler. At this point in time, the key-code is established ... all "on-board". Apparently, after this time ... if any of the three components is changed out, or damaged, it takes a dealership intervention with a special electronic tool to "marry" things back again.

(I'm telling you much more than I know!)
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