Transmitter Test

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Transmitter Test
NOTE: Ensure that transmitter is correct model for Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system. Wrong transmitter will pass test, but will not work with vehicle.
  1. Turn on Keyless Entry Tester (J-43241). Place transmitter on keyless entry tester pad and press each button on transmitter. Tone should sound and Green light should light on keyless entry tester when each button is pressed. If keyless entry tester responds as specified, go to step Β 6 . If keyless entry tester does not respond as specified, go to next step.
  2. If any buttons cause tone to sound and Green light to light on keyless entry tester, go to step Β 5 . If no buttons cause tone to sound and Green light to light on keyless entry tester, go to next step.
  3. Replace transmitter battery, and go to next step.
  4. Place transmitter on keyless entry tester pad and press each button on transmitter. Tone should sound and Green light should light on keyless entry tester when each button is pressed. If keyless entry tester responds as specified, go to step Β 6 . If keyless entry tester does not respond as specified, go to next step.
  5. Replace transmitter. Go to step Β 7 .
  6. Synchronize transmitter. See RESYNCHRONIZATIONΒ  under PROGRAMMING.
  7. Program transmitters. See TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMINGΒ  under PROGRAMMING.
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