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Keyless Entry Module: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

Fig.1 Battery Negative Cable Remove/Install:




1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the instrument panel top cover.

RKE Module Location:




3. Remove the two screws holding the RKE module to the instrument panel assembly.
4. Slide locking tab of the wiring connector sideways to unlock tab, and remove connector from RKE module.
5. Remove RKE module from vehicle.

NOTE: When replacing a faulty RKE Module, the replacement module must be configured with the DRB III scan tool for proper operation. Refer to Electrical, Vehicle Theft/Security, Standard Procedure - Switching Operating Modes/Configuring a New Module. Additionally, all transmitters must be reprogrammed to the new RKE module.

INSTALLATION

NOTE: When replacing a faulty RKE Module, the replacement module must be configured with the DRB III scan tool for proper operation. Refer to Electrical, Vehicle Theft/Security, Standard Procedure - Switching Operating Modes/Configuring a New Module. Additionally, all transmitters must be reprogrammed to the new RKE module.

1. Install the RKE module into the vehicle.
2. Connect the RKE wiring connector.
3. Install the two screws holding the RKE module to the instrument panel assembly.
4 Install the instrument panel top cover.
5. Connect the battery negative cable.