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For 1990-2009 cars only

Unlocking the Doors


Object Number: 296911  Size: SH

Press the UNLOCK button on the transmitter once in order to unlock the driver's door. Press the button a second time within 5 seconds in order to unlock the remaining doors.

Locking the Doors

Press the LOCK button on the transmitter in order to lock all of the vehicle doors at once.

Liftgate Window Release

Press the REAR 2X button on the transmitter twice within 5 seconds in order to unlock the liftgate window.

Transmitter Functions

Using both transmitters, if available, perform the following procedure in order to diagnose all of the transmitter functions:

  1. Resynchronize the transmitters to the receiver. Refer to Transmitter Synchronization .
  2. Move the vehicle as far away from metal objects as possible.
  3. The RKE system may not operate if there are metal objects between the transmitter and the vehicle.

  4. Lower the windows.
  5. Turn OFF the ignition.
  6. Close the doors.
  7. While standing at the rear bumper, aim the top of the transmitter at the vehicle.
  8. Operate all of the functions on both transmitters, if available. Observe the results and make the necessary repairs, as follows:

    • If a single function on 1 transmitter is inoperative, replace that transmitter.
    • If all of the functions on 1 or both transmitters are inoperative, reprogram both transmitters and repeat Step 7 in transmitter programming. Refer to Transmitter Programming .
    • If you cannot reprogram 1 transmitter, replace the battery in that transmitter. Refer to Transmitter Battery Replacement .
    • If all of the functions on both transmitters operate, stand 1.5 meters (5 ft) from the vehicle and check the operation of both transmitters at several points around the vehicle.
    • If 1 transmitter does not operate from a point where the other transmitter functions correctly, replace the battery in the transmitter that does not operate. Refer to Transmitter Battery Replacement .
    • If both transmitters operate 1.5 meters from the vehicle, the system is operating properly. Do not attempt any repairs to the system.
    • For additional diagnostic information on the RKE module, refer to the RKE system check.