Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Chevrolet Equinox Owners Manual / Keys, Doors, and Windows / Keys and Locks / Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement.

If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range:

Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
Check the transmitter's battery.
See "Battery Replacement" later in this section.
If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

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Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operat ...

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

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