Description & Operation

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system allows vehicle doors to be locked or unlocked, and trunk to be unlocked using a hand-held transmitter. Remote panic can also be actuated. RKE module can receive a signal from up to 4 transmitters. Each transmitter has its own Vehicle Access Code (VAC). The VAC is programmed into the RKE module memory. If key is in ignition and driver's door is open, RKE module will ignore lock command.

RKE transmitter has 4 buttons: UNLOCK, LOCK, TRUNK RELEASE and PANIC. Pressing UNLOCK button once, unlocks driver's door and enables illuminated entry. Pressing UNLOCK button twice within 5 seconds, unlocks all doors. RKE system can be programmed to open all doors with one button press. See DOOR ONE BUTTON PRESS ENABLE/DISABLE  under PROGRAMMING.

When LOCK button is pressed, parking lights will flash and horn will sound (chirp) if horn enable/disable feature is activated, signaling that "lock all doors" signal has been received and set. See HORN ENABLE/DISABLE  under PROGRAMMING. Illuminated entry operation is canceled and interior lights fade out.

Pressing and releasing TRUNK RELEASE button twice within 5 seconds will actuate trunk release solenoid, opening trunk lid slightly. RKE system can be programmed to open trunk with one button press. See TRUNK ONE BUTTON PRESS ENABLE/DISABLE  under PROGRAMMING.

Pressing PANIC button will activate Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) for approximately 3 minutes. Headlights and marker lights will flash, horn will pulse on and off, and interior lights will turn on. VTSS can be cancelled by pressing PANIC button a second time or if vehicle reaches a speed of 15 MPH.

RKE module retains VAC even when battery power is lost. RKE module must have at least one, but no more than 4 transmitters. Transmitter maximum control range is approximately 23 ft. (7 m). Transmitter is powered by two 3-volt Batteries (DL2016). A slight delay of up to 2 seconds can occur before doors or trunk will unlock.