Keyless Entry Module: Description and Operation

1999 Ford Econoline E150 1/2 Ton V6-4.2L VIN 2SECTION Description and Operation
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) module is located behind the B-pillar on the driver side.

The RKE module controls the following:
^ Unlocks all doors.
^ Turns on the interior lamps after either front door handle is lifted.
^ Turns on the interior lamps when using a keyless entry remote transmitter.
^ Activates and deactivates a personal security panic alarm feature that sounds the horn and flashes the parking lamps and the headlamps.
^ Activates the lock feature that sounds the horn when the lock button is pressed on the keyless entry remote transmitter twice within five seconds.
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