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.
Pinpoint Test D - Anti-Theft System Does Not Operate From Remote Transmitter
- Turn ignition on. Program transmitter. See REMOTE TRANSMITTER under PROGRAMMING. If system responds correctly, refer to REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING chart in Fig. Figure , if necessary. If system does not respond correctly, go to next step.
- Turn ignition off. Replace transmitter batteries. Turn ignition on. Program transmitter. See REMOTE TRANSMITTER under PROGRAMMING. If system responds correctly, transmitter is okay. Refer to REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM TROUBLE SHOOTING chart in Fig. Figure , if necessary. If system does not respond correctly, go to next step.
- Replace transmitter with a known working unit. Program transmitter. See REMOTE TRANSMITTER under PROGRAMMING. Turn ignition on. If system responds correctly, replace original transmitter. If system does not respond correctly, go to next step.
- Turn ignition off. Unplug REM. Measure resistance between points listed below.
- Blue/Green wire between REM connector (pin No. 5) and program connector.
- Blue/White wire between REM connector (pin No. 15) and program connector.
- Blue/Green wire between REM connector and ground.
- Blue/White wire between REM connector and ground.
- Blue/Green and Blue/White wire terminals of program connector.
Resistance should be less than 5 ohms for wires between REM and program connector. Resistance should be more than 10,000 ohms between REM and ground, and between program connector terminals. If all resistances are as specified, temporarily substitute known good REM, then retest system. If any resistance is not as specified, repair wire(s) in question.
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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.