Description & Operation

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system consists of power door lock system, a control module with integral receiver, hand-held transmitter(s) and necessary wiring. RKE module can store up to 4 transmitters in memory. RKE functions only when ignition switch is in LOCK position.

The control module locks and unlocks all doors, turns on interior lights, arms and disarms anti-theft system (if equipped) and activates security feature to sound horn and flash exterior lights.

The remote entry system receives inputs from interior light switch, door ajar switches, door lock cylinders, door lock switches, ignition switch, RKE system program connector and remote transmitter(s).

Control module sends outputs to interior lights, door lock actuators, horn relay and parking lights.

To unlock driver's door, press UNLOCK button on transmitter. This also disarms anti-theft system. To unlock all doors, press UNLOCK button twice within 3 seconds. To turn on interior lights press UNLOCK button. To lock all doors, press LOCK button once. This also arms anti-theft system. To confirm all doors are locked, press LOCK button again within 3 seconds. If vehicle is equipped with a side sliding door and sliding door was open during lock activation, the memory lock feature will activate to lock the sliding door after is has been closed. Horn will sound and doors will lock again. To activate security alarm, press PANIC button. Horn will sound and exterior lights will flash for a maximum of 3 minutes. To deactivate security alarm, press PANIC button again or turn ignition switch to ON position.