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Diagnostic Information for Replacement Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Inoperative - Unable to Synchronize

Subject:Diagnostic Informaion for Replacement Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Inoperative -- Unable to Synchronize

Models:2003-2004 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT
2003-2004 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe
2003-2004 GMC Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL
2003-2004 HUMMER H2



This bulletin is being issued to inform dealers that some of the replacement remote keyless entry (RKE) key fobs under P/N 15186203 may not synchronize with the vehicle after following the procedure highlighted in the SI Document ID #660745. It has been found that the key fob software may be set in a new mode, which can cause a lack of synchronization. To exit the new mode, hold the unlock and panic alarm buttons simultaneously for ten seconds. This will place the key fob software in a learnable mode for individual truck synchronization. Next, complete the synchronization process as per the SI document. DO NOT dispose or return the inoperative key fobs until this procedure has been first attempted.