Diagnosis And Testing - RKE Transmitter: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Chrysler 300 and 2019 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use a Radio Frequency Detector such as special tool (special tool #9001, Rf Detector) to confirm that the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is functioning. Typical testing distance is 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) for the transmitters of vehicles manufactured for Asian markets, and 30.5 centimeters (12 inches) for all others.
NOTE:
The panic alarm is not designed to function when stealth mode is enabled on Interceptor package vehicles.
- Position the transmitter the appropriate distance from the special tool.
- Depress any transmitter button, then test each button individually. The special tool will issue an audible beep tone if a satisfactory radio signal strength that lights five or more Light Emitting Diode (LED) units is detected.
- Repeat Step 2 three times. If the transmitter fails any of the signal strength tests, use a diagnostic scan tool and the appropriate diagnostic information to complete further diagnosis.