2002 Chrysler Intrepid BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Remote Keyless Entry Horn Chirp Inoperative

NOTE: After making any repairs, perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST  under VERIFICATION TESTS.

Possible Causes:

  • Check The Horn Operation
  • Check The RKE Horn Chirp Status
  • Junction Block - Horn Relay Control Circuit Open
  • Body Control Module - Horn Relay Control Open

Testing

  1. Press horn pad on steering wheel. If horn is operating properly, go to next step. If horn does not operate properly, repair horn as necessary. See HORN SYSTEM under TROUBLE SHOOTING in STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article.
  2. Turn ignition off. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, read HORN CHIRP status. If scan tool displays ENABLED, go to next step. If scan tool does not display ENABLED, enable horn chirp using scan tool.
  3. Turn ignition off. Remove Body Control Module (BCM) from back of junction block. Momentarily connect a fused jumper wire between ground and terminal No. 18 at BCM connector on back of junction block. See Figure . If horn sounds, replace BCM. See BODY CONTROL MODULE  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. If horn does not sound, replace junction block. See JUNCTION BLOCK  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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