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
- TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, record and erase DTCs
- Turn the ignition off.
- Operate the RKE transmitter in all positions several times.
- Turn the ignition on.
- With the scan tool, read DTCs.
Are there any door lock related trouble codes present or is the RKE inoperative?
Yes
- Go to and perform the appropriate diagnostic procedure.
No
- The conditions that caused this code to set are not present at this time. This DTC is set when the vehicle is parked in a location that is affected by external environmental conditions. Suggest to the customer that they park in a slightly different location from where the RKE was inoperable.
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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.
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