Description & Operation

WARNING: Deactivate air bag system before performing any service operation. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 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.

The remote keyless entry system receives inputs from the ignition switch, program connector, remote transmitters, door lock switch, door ajar switch and interior light switch. System distributes outputs to engine compartment light, power door lock actuators, door lock switches, interior lights, horn and anti-theft alarm control.