Alarm Trips On Its Own

*ALARM TRIPS ON ITS OWN

For a complete wiring diagram Consult Diagrams/Electrical





Diagnostic Test

1. LAST VTSS CAUSE
With the scan tool the Last VTSS Cause status.
Select what scan tool displayed.

Hood

- Go To2

Driver or Pass Door or Decklid

- Using the scan tool monitor the ajar circuit indicated for intermittent problems while manual operating the ajar switch. Also, inspect related wiring. Adjust, repair or replace as necessary.
- Perform VTSS VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Vehicle Theft Security Verification Tests

Ignition

- Advise customer that the alarm must be disarmed prior to turning the ignition on. Inspect wiring for intermittent problems or after market add on that may cause this condition. Repair or replace as necessary.
- Perform VTSS VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Vehicle Theft Security Verification Tests

None

- The condition that caused this symptom is currently not present.
- Perform VTSS VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Vehicle Theft Security Verification Tests

2. ATTEMPT TO TRIP ALARM
Ensure Hood is aligned and closes properly.
Remove the ignition key (but keep in hand).
Lock the vehicle and close doors, decklid and hood.
Allow the VTSS to arm.
Attempt to trip alarm by lightly tapping on hood near ajar switch to simulate wind and noise vibration.
Did the VTSS trip to the alarming state?

Yes

- Replace the hood ajar switch.
- Perform VTSS VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Vehicle Theft Security Verification Tests

No

- The condition that caused this symptom is currently not present.
- Perform VTSS VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Vehicle Theft Security Verification Tests