Description & Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Deactivate air bag system before performing any service operation. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article. Do not apply electrical power to any component on steering column without first deactivating air bag system. Air bag may deploy.
The remote keyless entry system has 3 major components: a Remote Keyless Entry Module (RKEM) (also called a control module) located in the trunk behind the left trim panel, an antenna located under the quarter trim panel, and a remote transmitter carried by the vehicle operator.
When the operator presses the appropriate transmitter button, the system locks or unlocks doors, activates or deactivates the security system, and turns on convenience lights. A battery saver feature shuts off power to convenience lights 45 minutes after the last input to the processor.