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Old 01-04-2013 | 08:56 PM
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So i own a 2010 Grand Caravan Sxt. It is falling apart! right now my problem is we replaced the ignition switch because with the key out of the dash it still thought it was "ON" the radio wouldnt shut off and the dash even alarmed that the door was open but the keys weren't in the ignition and it didnt even time out which kept draining my battery. so anyway now my keyfobs wont work as they arent recognizing the new switch HELP
 
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Old 01-04-2013 | 10:26 PM
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You need dealer equipment to program the Wireless ignition Module, as well as ALL your keys. the WIN is NOT plug and play item.
 
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Old 01-05-2013 | 12:13 PM
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For your first problem , your accessory delay relay is/was probably defective.
For your second problem it's dealer time for you.
 
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Old 01-06-2013 | 04:49 PM
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For your first problem , your accessory delay relay is/was probably defective.
For your second problem it's dealer time for you.
This has really turned into a nightmare. I took it to the dealer so they could program the keys to the new WIN and he could only get one of my two FOBs to "learn" the new WIN. then guess what, the 2nd one is stuck in my new WIN!!! so we had to put the old WIN v\back in so i could drive it and remove the key when i get to places. So i have to get a refund for the new WIN but then i will lose that fob?! So the dealer who tried to help me suggested putting in a remote start so i could get the new switch and new fobs... IDK what to do. when do the problems with this POS become Chryslers problem and not mine?!

So if the the ACC relay/delay is defective what does that entail for being fixed?
 
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Old 01-06-2013 | 05:12 PM
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There are no ACC Relay, they are all controlled by the WIN.
No disrespect, but the whole problem is most likely the Shifter that I suggested originally. The problem became a nightmare because you tried to Jerry Rig the system. And didn't do the research before you attempt the repair.

Where did you buy the WIN? Authorized Chrysler dealer? or Ebay/Craigslist?
If you bought it thru an authorized Chrysler dealer, be it online or brick and mortar, you should be able to warranty it at any Chrysler dealer if you show the receipt.

Maybe if you figure out WHY the key doesn't come out of the new WIN, you might not even need to go thru the warranty headache.
 

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Old 01-08-2013 | 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by steak59
There are no ACC Relay, they are all controlled by the WIN.
No disrespect, but the whole problem is most likely the Shifter that I suggested originally. The problem became a nightmare because you tried to Jerry Rig the system. And didn't do the research before you attempt the repair.

Where did you buy the WIN? Authorized Chrysler dealer? or Ebay/Craigslist?
If you bought it thru an authorized Chrysler dealer, be it online or brick and mortar, you should be able to warranty it at any Chrysler dealer if you show the receipt.

Maybe if you figure out WHY the key doesn't come out of the new WIN, you might not even need to go thru the warranty headache.
No disrespect taken, it wasn't the shifter as you previously mentioned. i bought the new WIN at an authorized Chrysler dealer. I also got my money back. and he just ripped the key fob out hella pissed as this seems to be becoming a recurring problem with these ****ty *** Mercedes ignitions. Im waiting for Chrysler to grow some ***** and put out yet another ignition recall on this van so i can get the money back for this remote start im having installed on friday. and yes the remote start is a factory remote start being installed at an authorized chrysler dealer (which are very far and few between where im at). Just wish that at 2 years old this all wouldnt be happening.but such is life, i guess.
 
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Old 01-08-2013 | 09:21 PM
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mine 2010 works so far knock on wood perfect. u probably like the remote start anyways .
 
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Old 01-09-2013 | 11:45 AM
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Knowing his luck, he has an early built model and the remote start won't work either
 



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