Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Sable, 2009 Ford Taurus X, and 2009 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system uses an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT). The RKE incorporates both the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) functions and the RKE transmitter functions in a single device.

The RKE transmitter is programmed automatically during PATS programming. During PATS programming, the Instrument Cluster (IC) obtains the Transmitter Identification Code (TIC) from the IKT and sends the TIC data over the Medium Speed Controller Area Network (MS-CAN) to the SJB.

The SJB accepts programming of up to 4 IKTs. In addition to the IKTs, 4 standard keyfobs can also be programmed to the vehicle if requested by the customer. Refer to Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys or Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment in ANTI-THEFT - PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (PATS) article for programming information. Refer to Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming for programming information.

Fig 1: Taurus X Without Power Liftgate

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Fig 2: Taurus/Sable And Taurus X With Power Liftgate

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

The IKT initiates the following electronic system functions:

Unlock the LH front door
Unlock all doors
Lock all doors
Activate/deactivate the panic alarm
Command the interior lamps on (when unlocking) and off (when locking)
Sound the horn once when LOCK is pressed twice within 3 seconds, and the doors are closed
Sound the horn twice when LOCK is pressed twice within 3 seconds, and any door is ajar

The IKT has a normal operating range of 10 m (33 ft).