If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: • Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
• Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
• Check the transmitter's battery.
See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
• If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.
Keys
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System OperationMild Steel
This information provides repair recommendations and general guidelines for
steel classified as Mild Steel. This type of steel normally has a
tensile strength less than 270 MPa. This includes the common steel names of:
Mild Steel
Bake Hardenable Steel (BH)
Solid Solution Strengthened Stee ...
Ignition Positions (Key Access)
The ignition switch has four different positions.
Notice: Using a tool to force the key to turn in the ignition could
cause damage to the switch or break the key. Use the correct key, make sure it is
all the way in, and turn it only with your hand.
If the key cannot be turned by hand, see yo ...
Test Probe Caution
Caution: Do not insert test equipment probes (DMM etc.) into any
connector or fuse block terminal. The diameter of the test probes will
deform most terminals. A deformed terminal will cause a poor connection, which
will result in a system failure. Always use the EL-35616
GM-Approved Terminal T ...