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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter

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Fig 1: Identifying Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter
G04622375Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

The RKE transmitter can be programmed using the ignition lock cylinder method.

The RKE transmitter initiates the following electronic system functions:

The RKE transmitter has a minimum effective operating range of 10 m (33 ft).