RFA Programming

1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 FSECTION RFA Programming
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora and 1998 Buick Riviera. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Program transmitters. See TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMINGΒ  . Connect scan tool. Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Select vehicle being programmed. Select Body. Select RFA. Select RFA test. Select Set Options. Select option 0.
  2. Scroll through screens until desired function is displayed. Select each function that needs to be enabled for vehicle application. See RPO OPTIONS FOR KEYLESS ENTRY REPROGRAMMINGΒ  table.
  3. Use table to select functions that are standard or optional for particular vehicle being serviced.
  4. When selecting functions on a new RFA module on a vehicle that has theft deterrent (UA6), Option 3 must be selected. FACTORY USE ONLY SPEED UP will appear as the only selection. Select NO, then EXIT. If this function is not reset, 30 second theft lamp illumination will be reduced to 2 seconds. Misdiagnosis of theft deterrent system may occur.
  5. Exit system. Disconnect scan tool.
RPO OPTIONS FOR KEYLESS ENTRY REPROGRAMMING

Feature Riviera Aurora
Central Unlocking V4R STD
Delayed Illumination STD STD
Delayed Locking STD STD
Exit Lighting STD STD
Illuminated Entry N/A N/A
Keyless Entry STD STD
Load Protection STD STD
Lock-Out Prevention STD STD
Panic STD STD
Perimeter Lighting STD STD
Personalization V4R STD
Programmable Auto Door Locks V4R STD
Retained Accessory Power STD STD
Theatre Lighting STD STD
Transmitter Chirp STD STD
Universal Theft V4R STD
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