FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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General Information

The Remote Function Actuator (RFA) system is intended to be used as a supplementary vehicle entry device. It is not intended to replace, but rather should be used in conjunction with, a door lock key.
The system could be disabled due to radio frequency or low transmitter battery power level. It is, therefore, necessary to always maintain access to a door lock key.

The Remote Function Actuator is a feature which allows for operation of the door locks, luggage compartment entry, illuminated entry lights (if equipped) and Panic Button.

The two main system components are the transmitters and Remote Function Actuator module. The transmitter unit sends a digitally encoded radio signal to the RFA module in response to a button on the transmitter being pressed by the vehicle operator. The RFA module interprets the signal and activates the required circuitry to provide the requested function.