Remote Keyless Entry Problem

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Possible Causes:

Low batteries.
RKE FOB Test.
Transmitter not programmed.
CTM - RKE open.

CAUTION: Always turn ignition off before disconnecting or connecting any control module connector. Failure to do so could result in damage to control module.

NOTE: Ensure vehicle being tested has a fully charged battery. If it does not, false symptoms may occur.

NOTE: For component location, see appropriate illustration under COMPONENT LOCATIONS . For terminal identification, see appropriate illustration under CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION . For circuit and wire color identification, see WIRING DIAGRAMS . For component removal and installation procedures, see appropriate component under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION .

Testing:

Remove the batteries from the RKE Transmitter. Test the voltage of each battery. Is voltage more than 3 volts in each battery? If yes, go to next step. If no, replace batteries as necessary. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST under VERIFICATION TESTS.
Turn ignition off. Connect DRBIII(R) to DLC. Using the DRBIII(R), select BODY, BODY COMPUTER, MISCELLANEOUS, then RKE FOB TEST. Follow prompts on DRBIII(R). Does the transmitter pass the Fob Test? If yes, go to next step. If no, replace faulty transmitter and program all transmitters. See REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER under PROGRAMMING. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST under VERIFICATION TESTS.
Using the DRBIII(R), select BODY, BODY COMPUTER, MISCELLANEOUS, then PROGRAM RKE. Follow prompts on DRBIII(R) to program transmitter. Operate door locks using transmitter. Do door locks respond to transmitter commands? If yes, repair is complete. Program up to 3 additional transmitters. See REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER under PROGRAMMING. When programming is complete, turn ignition off and disconnect DRBIII(R). Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST under VERIFICATION TESTS. If no, replace CTM. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST under VERIFICATION TESTS.