Passive Entry System
A Passive Entry Keyless Go (PEKG) system is available factory-installed equipment for this vehicle. The PEKG system allows the vehicle to be unlocked without the use of a mechanical key, as long as an authorized FOB with Integrated Key (FOBIK) is in the possession of the individual or in close Proximity to the aperture of the vehicle that is to be unlocked. All other features and Customer Programmable feature settings of the power lock system and the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system function the same as they would on vehicles without the PEKG system option.
The Passive Entry (PE) system includes the following major components, which are described in further detail elsewhere in this service information:
- Door Handle Switches - Each PE door outside handle (also known as a Smart handle) is equipped with three switches and an Integrated Circuit (IC). A tactile Lock switch is located on the outer horizontal surface of each door handle pull, a capacitive Unlock switch membrane is located on the inner vertical surface of the handle pull, while a Hall effect switch and an IC are concealed within the handle pull unit.
- Low Frequency Antennas - The PE system includes five Low Frequency (LF) antennas, one mounted within the instrument panel, one on each front door hardware module carrier concealed behind the inside trim panel, one located in the rear fascia and located on the roof. For LF antenna service procedure. Refer to ANTENNA, PASSIVE ENTRY, REMOVAL .
- Radio Frequency Hub - The Radio Frequency Hub Module (RF-Hub) is the Passive Entry Keyless Go (PEKG) system control module and Radio Frequency (RF) receiver. Refer to MODULE, RADIO FREQUENCY (RF HUB), DESCRIPTION .