System Description

The remote keyless entry system (remote control door lock system) locks and unlocks front side doors, turns on interior lamps, releases the rear compartment lift window panel, and arms and disarms the universal theft-deterrent system, if equipped. Vehicles with the universal theft-deterrent system are also equipped with a panic button that activates the horn and parking lights when depressed. The signal is received by the Body Control Module (BCM) located above the right hand instrument panel insulator on the HVAC module.

Important
^ The Remote Keyless Entry System is intended to be used as a supplementary vehicle entry device. It is not intended to replace, but rather should be used in conjunction with a door lock key. The system could be disabled due to radio frequency interference or low transmitter battery power level. It is therefore necessary to always maintain access to a door lock key.

The remote control door lock system operates on a 315 MHz radio frequency at a low energy level. If the system fails to operate from a normal distance, check for the following conditions:
^ Weak batteries in the remote transmitter (expected battery life is two years).
^ Transmitter and BCM not synchronized.
^ Items such as trees, bushes, or other objects that may be blocking the signal.
^ Close proximity to a radio transmitter, such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB radios.

The remote control door lock transmitter is a hand-held item that is attached to a key ring. It has three or four buttons that control the functions of the system. This device complies with Part 15 of the BCM Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.