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.
Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system is used to lock and unlock doors, release rear compartment lid of vehicle and provides sustained interior illumination. Sustained interior illumination includes theater dimming feature. Theater dimming slowly dims lights at end of delay time. Delay time is cancelled if ignition switch is turned to RUN or START position. This action will turn off lights.
When ignition switch is in RUN position, sustained interior illumination is inactive. Courtesy lights will not illuminate. RKE system operates on a frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. Device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation of device is subject to the following conditions:
- Device may not cause harmful interference.
- Device must accept any interference it receives, including interference causing undesired 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.