2005 liberty 3.7 automatic car has aftermarket security system
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my 2005 jeep has an aftermarket security system when I lurched the vehical it looked like someone had tried to replace the ignition I have 2 keys with the fob attached both keys turn the ignition when I turn the key I can hear the fuel pump prime and I can hear my starter relay click but that's it no crank there is an extra steering column in the back with an extra skim module sitting loose in the car the remote to the aftermarket alarm does nothing to the blinking light how do I fix this. I have also tried to jump my starter relay to see if I get crank I do not I've replaced the starter and I have a good battery what am I missing
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no crank no start
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Hi, my name is Devin. I am an auto repair expert with the Car Genius team here at RepairPal. I'm sorry to hear you're having trouble with your Liberty.
It sounds like the aftermarket security system could be interfering with the starting process, especially since the steering column has been tampered with and there's a loose SKIM module. The SKIM module is part of the ignition security system and works with the key's transponder chip to allow the car to start. If the system isn't correctly programmed or the aftermarket security system is still active, it could prevent the car from cranking.
To fix this, I recommend ensuring that the ignition system and the SKIM module are correctly installed and programmed. If the aftermarket security system is still active, you may need to bypass or deactivate it, which can sometimes be done by disconnecting the system entirely or by reprogramming the vehicle's key and security system.
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