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2. Remove the old battery.
Note: Please refer to local
regulations when disposing of
transmitter batteries.
3. Insert the new battery. Refer to
the instructions inside the IA key
for the correct orientation of the
battery. Press the battery down to
ensure that the battery is fully
seated in the battery housing cavity.
4. Snap the battery cover back onto the transmitter and install the
backup key.
Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT or IA key to
become de-programmed from your vehicle. They should operate normally
after battery replacement.
Replacing lost integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or intelligent
access keys (IA keys)
If you would like to have your IKTs or IA keys reprogrammed because
you lost one, or would like to buy additional transmitters you can either
reprogram them yourself, or take all transmitters to your authorized
dealer for reprogramming.
How to reprogram your integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or
intelligent access keys (IA keys)
To program a new IKTs or IA keys yourself, refer to SecuriLock
௡ passive
anti-theft system section of this chapter. Note: At least two already
programmed transmitters are required to perform this procedure yourself.
Illuminated entry
The interior lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped)
illuminate when the integrated keyhead transmitter, intelligent access
keys or the keyless entry system keypad is used to unlock the door(s).
The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if:
• the ignition is turned on, or
• the
control on the transmitter is pressed, or
• the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or
• the vehicle is locked using the key in the driver door cylinder, or
• after 25 seconds of illumination.
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