[RojoRocket]

OK, I just read about 50 of the previous threads on this subject, and despite a few enlightening tidbits, found no solution to the current dilema.

Following major service some months back my system would no longer go into program mode, displaying a steady lamp when disabled, rather than the previous wink, and of course, inoperable. I ordered a "new" unit from subaruuparts.com, receiving a module in a bag looking like it may have survived Viet Nam, and outside case looking about the same. I called and they agreed to send along another unit, with return tag. Got that one yesterday, and proceded to install it this morning. I was greeted by the correctly flashing lamp, but when attempting to get it into program mode repeatedly, NO JOY!
Yes, I followed the "How to" here on the Board, "On-Off with unit disarmed, rapidly push button until p-lamps flash/horn beeps, then program remotes etc". All doors/trunk/hood closed. I tried the "ugly" unit as well, with the same results. I plan to try s-parts.com again Monday.
I checked the module fuses of all 3 modules with an ohmmeter good.

Clue?: I've noticed that the dome/room light no longer lights when either door is opened, although I can turn it on with the spot/room etc switch, and the floor and door courtesy lamps work normally. The manual says the alarm is triggered by the door/trunk lamp circuits activating.
Question?:Is it possible that the inactive/inoperable domelight circuit could be the cause of my problems with the alarm???
Any other ideas???

Glenn