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.
Diagnostic Test
- DETERMINE REQUIRED PROGRAMMING AND SET UP NOTE:
Due the numerous functions performed by the Radio Frequency Hub (RF Hub) it is essential to follow all instructions carefully and be aware of the effects this module has on the Theft and Security and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) subsystems. Service replacement will also affect a customers personalization settings.
Was the Radio Frequency Hub replaced?
Yes
- Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE and perform the RADIO FREQUENCY HUB VERIFICATION TEST.
No
- Go To 2.
- RF HUB REPAIR VERIFICATION
- Reconnect the previously disconnected components and connectors.
- Connect the scan tool to the Data Link Connector - use the most current software available.
- With the scan tool, erase stored DTCs in the RF Hub module.
- Turn the ignition off, and wait 15 seconds, then turn the ignition on. If the customer complaint was due to a specific FOBIK, use the suspect FOBIK.
- Exercise the Theft and Security System to duplicate the appropriate monitor conditions for any DTCs that were set
- Wait one minute, and read the active codes.
Are any DTCs present or, is the original condition still present?
Yes
- For DTC Diagnostics, refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
- For Symptom Diagnostics, refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
No
- Repair is complete.
NO RELATED
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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.