Keyless Entry Module: Description and Operation

2004 Pontiac Vibe AWD L4-1.8L VIN 8SECTION Description and Operation
KEYLESS ENTRY MODULE

When the keyless entry module receives a door lock or an unlock signal from the transmitter, the keyless entry module sends a message to the theft module though the multi function alarm module. This message orders the multi function alarm module to perform the appropriate door lock/unlock command. The theft module detects the message and performs one of the following functions:
- Enters the armed initiated mode
- Enters the ready to arm mode.
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