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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1261 (KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM & REMOTE FUNCTIONS)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESKEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM INOPERATIVE (PASSIVE)CIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTINGANTENNA CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z
Antenna Circuit Malfunction
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Antenna Circuit Malfunction
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- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the inoperative keyless entry antenna.
- Ignition ON, verify a test lamp does not illuminate between the signal circuit terminal A and ground.
- If the test lamp illuminates, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the RCDLR.
- Install a DMM between the signal circuit terminal A and the low reference circuit terminal B. Set the DMM to capture AC voltage using the MIN MAX function.
- Operate the release handle/touch pad Verify the DMM captured and AC voltage signal.
- If an AC voltage was not captured, test the signal circuit and the low reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuits test normal, replace the RCDLR.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the keyless entry antenna.
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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.