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Circuit/System Testing

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  1. Ignition ON.
  2. Using the master code, verify the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter is functioning by unlocking the vehicle.
    • If the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter LED light does not illuminate and the vehicle does not unlock 

      Replace the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter.

    • Go to next step: If the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter LED light does illuminate and the vehicle does not unlock 
  3. Verify the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter is the correct part number and frequency for the vehicle.
    • If the part number or frequency is incorrect for the vehicle 

      Replace the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter.

    • If the part number and frequency are both correct 
  4. Use the EL-52545  to verify the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter is emitting a signal strength of 20% or greater.
    • If the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter does not emit a signal of 20% or greater 

      Replace the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter.

    • Go to next step: If the Front Side Door Access Control Transmitter does emit a signal of 20% or greater 
  5. All OK.