Keyless Entry - Remote Transmitter Programming

2002 Jaguar X-Type (X400) V6-2.5LSECTION Keyless Entry - Remote Transmitter Programming
XT501-23

X-TYPE

DATE
12/04

MODEL
2002 MY-ON
X-TYPE

VIN
C00001-ON

Remote Transmitter Programming -
Alternate Method Without WDS -
Procedure

Issue:

This Technical Bulletin provides an alternate procedure for programming the remote transmitters.

The Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) is not required to carry out remote transmitter programming.

Action:

To program the remote transmitter(s) without using WDS, follow the procedure outlined below.

Note:
When carrying out the alarm remote programming, ensure that no other vehicles within a 50 meter radius are undergoing the same programming procedure, as this could affect the programming operation.

Note:
All required remote transmitters must be available when carrying out this procedure.

1. Open driver's door.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the "auxiliary" position, then turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position and back to the "auxiliary" position four times.

Note:
A chime from the Generic Electronic Module (GEM) will indicate programming status has been enabled.

3. Turn the ignition switch to "OFF" position.

4. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

5. To program the transmitter, press any key within 10 seconds.

Note:
If the remote transmitter has been accepted, the GEM will make a chime.





6. If any other remote transmitters are to be programmed, press any button once on each transmitter within 10 seconds.

Note:
A maximum of four remote transmitters can be programmed to the vehicle at any one time.

7. Close driver door.

Parts Information:
N/A

Warranty Information:

Warranty claims should be submitted quoting the information found in the table. This will result in payment of the stated time and, where applicable parts/miscellaneous expense codes as listed.





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