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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 10 (REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMS)SYSTEM TESTSTRANSMITTER INOPERATIVE
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 T
Transmitter Inoperative
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 TSECTION Transmitter Inoperative
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- If remote keyless entry diagnostic system check was performed, go to next step. If remote keyless entry diagnostic system check has not been performed, go to REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS.
- Operate door lock switches located on driver/passenger doors. If power door locks operate properly, go to next step. If power door locks do not operate properly, go to POWER DOOR SYSTEMS DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS in POWER DOOR LOCKS - CORVETTE article.
- Turn ignition off. Place transmission in PARK (A/T), or apply parking brake (M/T). Press vehicle hatch or trunk release switch located on left side of instrument panel. If hatch or trunk releases, go to next step. If hatch or trunk does not release, go to BODY REAR END DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS in POWER HATCH & FUEL DOOR RELEASE - CORVETTE article.
- Close driver/passenger doors. Ensure transmitter is within operating range. See OPERATIONAL RANGE under OPERATION. Press LOCK button on transmitter. If driver and passenger doors lock, go to next step. If driver and passenger doors do not lock, go to step 7 .
- Press UNLOCK button on transmitter 2 times. First press will unlock driver door; second press will unlock passenger door. If driver and passenger doors unlock, go to next step. If driver and passenger doors do not unlock, go to step 7 .
- Turn ignition off. Ensure transmission in PARK (A/T), or parking brake is applied (M/T). Press transmitter hatch release button. If hatch or trunk releases, system is operating properly at this time. If hatch or trunk does not release, go to next step.
- Synchronize transmitter(s). See TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING & SYNCHRONIZATION under PROGRAMMING. Close driver/passenger doors. Use transmitter to operate door locks. If power door locks do not operate, go to next step. If power door locks operate, go to step 12 .
- Ensure transmitter battery is correct for transmitter and not installed properly, rundown or weak. If battery is okay, go to next step. If faulty battery is found or battery is installed incorrectly, replace or reinstall battery and go to step 12 .
- Using a known-good transmitter, program the transmitter. See TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING & SYNCHRONIZATION under PROGRAMMING. Close driver/passenger doors. Use transmitter to operate door locks. If power door locks do not operate, go to next step. If power door locks operate, go to step 11 .
- Replace the remote control door lock receiver. See REMOTE CONTROL DOOR LOCK RECEIVER under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. After repairs, go to step 12 .
- Replace inoperative transmitter and program. See TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING & SYNCHRONIZATION under PROGRAMMING. After repairs, go to next step.
- Use transmitter to operate door locks. If power door locks do not operate, go to step 2 . If power door locks operate, repair is complete.
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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.