Description & Operation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Cadillac Seville, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado, and 1997 Cadillac DeVille. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, also known as Remote Function Actuator (RFA) system, allows driver to operate several features from outside vehicle. Main components of system are the transmitter and receiver module. Transmitter unit sends a radio signal to the receiver module in response to button presses by vehicle operator. Receiver module then interprets signals and activates required circuitry to provide requested function.

Pressing unlock button once will unlock driver's door, turn on illuminated entry lights, and disarm theft system. Pressing unlock button a second time within 4 seconds will unlock all doors. This function will be disabled if ignition is on.

Pressing lock button will lock all doors. Pressing trunk button will unlock trunk. This feature is disabled if transmission is not in Park and ignition is on. Pressing fuel door button will o fuel door.