Avenger V6-2.7L (2008)
15. Remove the ignition switch/cylinder assembly through the lower steering column opening.
16. Remove WCM retaining screw (1) and flex the retaining tab to release the WCM from the ignition switch.
NOTE: After a SKREEM/WCM is replaced, the ignition/transponder keys need to be programmed to the new SKREEM/WCM. Follow
the directions on the diagnostic scan tool. The transponder key for the SKREES/SKIM and the RKE will both be programmed during
this operation. There is no need to program the fob of the key for RKE functionality once the transponder key is programmed to the new
SKREEM/WCM.
NOTE: When a PCM and the SKREEM/WCM are replaced at the same time, perform the following steps in order:
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Program the new PCM.
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Program the new SKREEM/WCM.
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Program all ignition/transponder keys to the new SKREEM/WCM.
See: Relays and Modules - Powertrain Management/Relays and Modules - Computers and Control Systems/Engine Control Module/Testing and
Inspection/SKREEM Programming.
AVENGER
1. Disconnect battery negative cable.
2. Remove upper center instrument panel trim bezel.See: Body and Frame/Interior Moulding / Trim/Dashboard / Instrument Panel/Service and
Repair/Instrument Panel Center Bezel - Removal.
3. Remove the radio See: Accessories and Optional Equipment/Radio, Stereo, and Compact Disc/Radio/Stereo/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement/Removal.
4. Remove center console trim bezel See: Body and Frame/Interior Moulding / Trim/Console/Service and Repair/Center Console Bezel - Removal
5. Remove the three screws from the lower steering column shroud and remove the upper and lower shroud.
6. Remove the instrument cluster trim bezel See: Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators/Instrument Cluster / Carrier/Service and
Repair/Instrument Panel Cluster Bezel/Instrument Panel Cluster Bezel - Removal.
NOTE: Before the drivers surround bezel can be removed, it must be cut at two points (1) to allow removal without removing the steering
wheel, air bag and multi function switches.
