Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter - Information

NUMBER: 93-T-38
CORP.REF.NO: 279001R
DATE: January 1993
SECTION: 9K

SUBJECT:
INFORMATION ON THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) TRANSMITTER

MODELS/YEARS:
ALL 1990-93 MODELS WITH REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)

When an owner returns to the dealership with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter concern on 1990-93 models, it is important to follow the procedure below:

^ Determine if the batteries are operational. Battery life for each transmitter should be 2 years. There have been some cases where RKE transmitters have been replaced when the only problem was a dead battery. Refer to Section 9K in the service manual for proper diagnostic procedures and battery replacement information.

The following information pertains to 1991-92 Ninety-Eight and 1992 Eighty-Eight ONLY.

If a customer returns with a broken key ring tab, refer to the GMSPO catalog to see if there is a replacement back cover available instead of replacing the entire RKE transmitter. (The Eighty-Eight and Ninety-Eight are two models with replacement covers.)

Some 1991-92 Ninety-Eight and 1992 Eighty-Eight RKE transmitters may operate intermittently or activate the locks without pressing the buttons. If the buttons feel flat, there is a good chance that the mylar under the buttons has shifted on the circuit board. If this condition exists, you will need to replace the transmitter.