Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Diagnostic Aids
The RVS system will not operate if any of the following conditions are present:
- More than 2 remote starts have been attempted
- The hazard switch is in the ON position
- A current hazard switch DTC is set
- The vehicle hood is ajar or a malfunction exists in the hood ajar switch
- The CTD system detects an alarm trigger
- Excessive engine RPM
- Excessive coolant temperature
- Accelerator pedal position greater than 0 percent
- Vehicle not in park
- Vehicle theft deterrent malfunction
- A current automatic transmission shift lock control system DTC is set.
- A vehicle speed sensor signal is detected by the ECM.
- A current vehicle DTC that illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
If a BCM has recently been replaced, ensure that the proper BCM setup procedure for enabling RVS has been performed. Refer to Body Control Module Programming and Setup .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.