Doors Do Not Lock/Unlock Using The Remote Transmitter
NOTE:
- All remote transmitters must be present to begin diagnosis of the remote keyless entry (RKE) system.
NOTE:
- Aftermarket or dealer-installed systems may adversely affect the RKE system operation. These systems should be disconnected before diagnosing any RKE concerns.
SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART - DOORS DO NOT LOCK/UNLOCK USING THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER
| PINPOINT TEST 4 | DOORS DO NOT LOCK/UNLOCK USING THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER | ||
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| STEP | INSPECTION | ACTION | |
| 1 | CHECK FOR THE CORRECT REMOTE TRANSMITTERS
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Yes | Go to step 2. |
| No | The system cannot be tested without the correct remote transmitters. INFORM the customer that all the correct remote transmitters need to be present to proceed with diagnosis of the system. | ||
| 2 | CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER WITH THE Key OFF.
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Yes | The system is operating as designed. INFORM the customer of the correct vehicle operation. |
| No | Go to step 3. | ||
| 3 | CHECK THE POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM FOR CORRECT OPERATION
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Yes | Go to step 4. |
| No | See DOOR LOCKS INOPERATIVE (ALL) to diagnose the inoperative door locks. | ||
| 4 | CHECK FOR THE COMPLETE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER(S)
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Yes | Replace the inoperative remote transmitter. REPROGRAM all of the keyless entry remote transmitters. See REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING . INFORM the customer that any remote transmitters not present will need to be reprogrammed. Clear the DTCs. Test the system for normal operation. |
| No | Go to step 5. | ||
| 5 | MAKE SURE THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER SIGNAL IS BEING RECEIVED
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Yes | Go to step 6. |
| No | Go to step 7. | ||
| 6 | CHECK IF THE REMOTE TRANSMITTERS ARE PROGRAMMED
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Yes | Go to step 8. |
| No | PROGRAM all of the keyless entry remote transmitters. See REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING . INFORM the customer that any remote transmitters not present will need to be reprogrammed. Clear the DTCs. Test the system for normal operation. | ||
| 7 | CHECK THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER BATTERY
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Yes | Go to step 9. |
| No | Install a new battery (be sure the battery is seated correctly). Do not reprogram the remote transmitters (faulty or dead batteries do not erase TICs from memory). Clear the DTCs. Test the system for normal operation. | ||
| 8 | CHECK IF THE REMOTE TRANSMITTER IS OUT OF SYNCHRONIZATION WITH THE SJB
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Yes | See REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER OUT OF SYNCHRONIZATION , to diagnose the remote transmitter out of synchronization. |
| No | Go to step 9. | ||
| 9 | CHECK FOR NORMAL OPERATION WITH A KNOWN GOOD REMOTE TRANSMITTER
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Yes | Replace the inoperative remote transmitter. PROGRAM all the remote keyless entry transmitter(s). See REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING . INFORM the customer that any remote transmitters not present will need to be reprogrammed. Clear the DTCs. Test the system for normal operation. |
| No | Go to step 10. | ||
| 10 | CHECK THE SJB FOR CORRECT OPERATION
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Yes | Install a new SJB. REPROGRAM all of the keyless entry remote transmitters. See REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING . INFORM the customer that any remote transmitters not present will need to be reprogrammed. Clear the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. |
| No | The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. Clear the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. | ||