Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - Inoperative Transmitter
BULLETIN NO.: 00-T-21ISSUE DATE: April, 2000
CATEGORY TYPE: Electrical-03
CATEGORY: Locks & Security
CORPORATION NO.: 00-08-52-002
SUBJECT:
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter is Inoperative or Intermittently Inoperative (Diagnose and Repair as Necessary Using Diagnostic Information Contained in this Bulletin)
MODELS AFFECTED:
^ 2000 Saturn L-Series vehicles equipped with RKE (RPO AU0) and L81 (V-6) engines built before VIN YY664721
^ 2000 Saturn L-Series vehicles equipped with RKE (RPO AU0) and L61 (4-Cylinder) engines built before VIN YY665126
CONDITION:
Some customers may comment that the remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter is inoperative or intermittently inoperative.
CAUSE:
Flux residue from the circuit board soldering process may interrupt the electrical connection between the transmitter circuit board and the negative side of the transmitter battery.
CORRECTION:
Refer to the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Check diagnostic chart within this bulletin for further diagnostic information.
PARTS REQUIREMENTS:
24401698 Transmitter Asm - R/Con Dr Lk
CR2032 or equivalent Battery - Panasonic 3 Volt*
*Available locally or through Digi Key by calling 1-800-344-4539
CLAIM INFORMATION:
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System for R4490 (Transmitter, Remote Door/Rear Compartment Lock - Replace). If another procedure is performed, refer to the appropriate Electronic Labor Time Guide for the correct Labor Operation Code and Time.
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