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Keyless Entry Module: Description and Operation

Circuit F6O from fuse 8 in the fuse block supplies power to the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) module. Circuit F60 is HOT at all times.

When the ignition switch is in the RUN position, circuit F83 from fuse 19 in the fuse block supplies power to the RKE module. Circuit Z1 provides ground for the RKE module.

Circuit G71 from the left and right front door key switches connects to the RKE module. Circuit G71 also branches to the Vehicle Theft Alarm (VTA) module.

The RKE module UNLOCKS the doors by energizing the unlock relay on circuit P36. Refer to Unlock Relay.

The module LOCKS the doors by energizing the lock relay on circuit P35. Refer to Lock Relay

Circuit G49 from the Keyless entry module connects the RKE module to the VTA module.