Chrysler neon 1997 Service Manual page 397

8P - 6 POWER DOOR LOCKS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the right trim panel, refer to Group
8E, Instrument Panel and Systems for proper
removal procedures.
(2) Disconnect wire connector from RKE module.
(3) Remove screws holding RKE module to instru-
ment panel assembly (Fig. 3).
(4) Remove module.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse above procedures.
SPECIFICATIONS
RKE TRANSMITTER BATTERY
The batteries can be removed without special tools
and are readily available at local retail stores. The
recommended battery is Duracell DL 2016 or equiva-
lent. Battery life is about one to two years.
CAUTION: Do not touch the battery terminals or
handle the batteries any more than necessary.
Hands must be clean and dry.
RKE TRANSMITTER RANGE
Normal operation range is up to about a distance
of 7 meters (23 ft.) of the vehicle. Range may be bet-
ter or worse depending on the environment around
Fig. 3 RKE Module Location
the vehicle. Closeness to a radio frequency transmit-
ter such as a radio station tower may degrade oper-
ational range, while range in an open field will be
enhanced.
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