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Remote Control Door Lock Receiver and Theft Deterrent Module Replacement Sedan

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the rear window shelf. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.

  2. Object Number: 1962648  Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the remote function actuator (RFA) (1) electrical connector (2).
  4. Notice: Refer to General Repair Instructions in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1962652  Size: SH
  5. Remove the RFA by releasing the two retaining tangs (1) and removing it from the rear window shelf.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1962655  Size: SH
  1. Install the RFA by inserting the retaining tang (1) first and snap fitting the other two retaining tangs (2) listen for an audible click to confirm fitting.

  2. Object Number: 1962648  Size: SH
  3. Connect the RFA (1) electrical connector (2).
  4. Install the rear window shelf. Refer to Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  5. Program the RFA. Refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver and Theft Deterrent Module Programming and Setup.
  6. Operate the keyless entry for correct operation.

Remote Control Door Lock Receiver and Theft Deterrent Module Replacement Sportwagon

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement.

  2. Object Number: 2102678  Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the remote function actuator (RFA) electrical connector (1) from the RFA module (2).

  4. Object Number: 2102679  Size: SH
  5. Apply suitable pressure to the RFA module retainers (3) and disengage the RFA module (2) from the roof mounting (1).
  6. Pivot the RFA module (2) down to disengage the RFA module retainer (4) from the roof mounting (1).
  7. Remove the RFA module (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 2102679  Size: SH
  1. Install the RFA module retainer (4) to the roof mounting (1).
  2. Important: Listen for an audible click to confirm correct installation of the RFA module (2).

  3. Pivot the RFA module (2) upward and apply suitable upward pressure. Make sure that the RFA module retainers (3) engage into the roof mounting (1).

  4. Object Number: 2102678  Size: SH
  5. Connect the RFA electrical connector (1) to the RFA module (2).
  6. Program the RFA module (2). Refer to Remote Control Door Lock Receiver and Theft Deterrent Module Programming and Setup.
  7. Operate the keyless entry to confirm correct operation.
  8. Install the headliner. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement.