Description - Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System allows locking/unlocking of vehicle door(s) by remote control using a hand held radio frequency (RF) key fob transmitter (Fig 1).

Fig 1: Identifying Key Fob Transmitter

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The key fob transmitter has three buttons to actuate and program the Remote Keyless (RKE) system.