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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 MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2000PICKUP R1500, 4D PICKUP EXTRA CAB, 5.2 Y, RWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEBODY, CAB CONTROL SYSTEMSBODY CONTROL MODULESSYSTEM TESTSPOWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEMREMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROBLEM
2000 Dodge and Ram Pickup R1500, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.2 Y, RWD, Automatic
Remote Keyless Entry Problem
2000 Dodge and Ram Pickup R1500, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 5.2 Y, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Remote Keyless Entry Problem
- Using scan tool, select SYSTEM MONITORS, then CCD BUS TEST. If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If scan tool does not display BUS OPERATIONAL, go to COMMUNICATIONS .
- Using scan tool, select BODY COMPUTER. If scan tool does not display NO RESPONSE, go to next step. If scan tool displays NO RESPONSE, go to NO RESPONSE CENTRAL TIMER MODULE under COMMUNICATIONS.
- Operate door locks with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. If doors did not lock when transmitter was actuated, go to next step. If doors locked when transmitter was actuated, system is currently functioning properly.
- Ensure transmitter battery voltage is 3.2 volts. Turn ignition on. Place transmission in Park and disarm anti-theft system (if equipped). Using scan tool, select MISCELLANEOUS, then PROGRAM RKE. If BCM IS IN PROGRAMMING MODE does not appear, exit and select PROGRAM RKE again. Press any transmitter button. A single chime will announce RKE module accepted transmission. Repeat procedure for up to 4 transmitters used with vehicle. Operate door locks from reprogrammed transmitter. If door locks do not operate properly, go to next step. If door locks operate properly, system has been repaired.
- Using scan tool, reprogram a known-good transmitter. Operate door locks with reprogrammed transmitter. If doors locked properly, replace transmitter. If doors did not lock properly, replace CTM.
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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.