Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 74 (KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM - REMOTE)SYSTEM TESTINGPANIC BUTTON INOPERATIVE ON TRANSMITTER
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 F
Panic Button Inoperative On Transmitter
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 FSECTION Panic Button Inoperative On Transmitter
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- Depress horn pad on steering wheel. If horn sounds, go to next step. If horn does not sound, see STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article.
- Check exterior lighting. If exterior lighting functions properly, go to next step. If exterior lighting does not function properly, see appropriate wiring diagram in EXTERIOR LIGHTS article.
- Synchronize transmitters. See RESYNCHRONIZING TRANSMITTERS under PROGRAMMING - PROCEDURES. Depress PANIC button on transmitter. If panic function actuates, system okay. Verify system operation. If panic function does not actuate, go to next step.
- Using vehicles second transmitter, depress PANIC button. If panic function actuates, go to step 5). If panic function does not actuate, go to step 6).
- Replace faulty transmitter. Depress PANIC button on transmitter. If panic function actuates, system is okay. Verify system operation. If panic function does not actuate, go to next step.
- Replace RFA module. Verify system operation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.