Some DEI systems use more than one type of remote. If you don't have an existing remote to compare to then you can look at the date code on the receiver.
All DEI alarms where either stamped or imbedded with a manufacturers Date Code both on the outer main brain case, and inside the main case. The Date Code tells when the unit was manufactured which determines the proper replacement remote needed that is compatible with your system. Usually there is a white sticker that has, for example, OK/8F. The "OK" means that the unit has passed inspection. The "8" signifies that the unit was manufactured in 1998 and the "F" signifies the month of June. Below is charts to determine the Year and Month the unit was manufactured.
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Many systems have dial date code system. Look at the pictures below.
Serial number system The 3rd and 4th to last characters in the serial number is the date code for that particular unit.
The LETTER identifies the month the unit was built and coordinates with the following chart:
Use the DEI system to remote reference to determine which remotes are used on your system.
Works On:
2003-2006 Cadillac Escalade*
2003-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche*
2005-2006 Chevrolet Equinox**
2003-2006 Chevrolet Silverado*
2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic Body Style*
2003-2006 Chevrolet Suburban*
2003-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe*
2003-2006 GMC Sierra*
2003-2006 GMC Yukon*
2003-2007 Hummer H2*
2006 Pontiac Torrent**
2004-2007 Saturn Vue**
*These vehicles are onboard programmable. This means you can program the vehicle to accept the remote yourself. Programming instructions are included with the purchase of a remote.
**These vehicles are not onboard programmable. You can have your vehicle programmed to accept remotes by an
automotive locksmith.
RAK P/N: 2040A
Some vehicles that use this remote have onboard programming and some don't. Look up your vehicle in the product description.
Current GM Part Number: 21997127
Old Superceded Part Numbers: 15186200 #1, 15186201 #2, 15132197 #1, 15132198 #2, 10377295, 22730827, 15186203
FCC ID: LHJ011
Freq: 315 MHz
LED: None
Buttons: 3 (Lock, Unlock, Panic)
Note: GM has remade this remote many times. They originally had memory #1 and #2 remotes. The purpose was for vehicles with seat memory. In reality it was ridiculous because the order that you program them determines which is #1 and #2. The numbers on the back were just for reference. In 2006 GM decided to discontinue using #1 and #2 and they started making un-numbered remotes. GM's current part number for this remote is 21997127. If you go to a GM dealer parts department you will get the new number remote no matter what remote you have now. All the remotes with the part numbers listed above are identical inside and in function so we mix them together.
The manufacturer of the rubber remote covers has made a significant change to a couple of their products. It has caused a bit of dissappointment with customers, but it really shouldn't. Here's the issue:
First, the rubber covers had holes for each button as pictured above. Then the manufacturer changed it to have less holes as pictured below.
It really doesn't affect the usage of this product. You can still see where to press the trunk button by the raised trunk logo on the rubber cover, as pictured below.
Order a rubber cover for your remote today
XT-11
We ordered some XT-11 remotes from Autopage and they sent us the XT-12. At first we thought it was a mistake but when we called to find out it was explained that the XT-11 is discontinued. However, the XT-12 is a compatible replacement.
XT-12
Autopage just released the XT-12 remote for the C3-RS601 system. Here is some news we found online that explains about the C3-RS601: http://www.12voltnews.com/?p=27636
Order the XT-12 here: http://www.remotesandkeys.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=Z2146A
This is a very common question we get asked frequently so it deserves some attention in the blog.
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This is a very common question we get asked frequently so it deserves some attention in the blog.
PROX, Smart, Intelligent are all synonyms for remote keyless ignition. Names for this type of system are PROX or PROXIMITY ENTRY, SMART ENTRY or SMART ACCESS, INTELLIGENT ENTRY among others. In moderate to high end vehicle models is where these systems can be found.
How does Remote Keyless Ignition (RKI) work?
The user has a remote that is a key. Usually there is an emergency key blade that slides within the remote for safe keeping but it is not an ignition key. The vehicle has no ignition cylinder for a key to turn – it has push button start. The vehicle can detect the remote while it is in your pocket or purse. When you approach the door it unlocks for you. When you depress the brake pedal and press start the engine starts. On some models, when you walk away the vehicle may lock as well.
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Press lock to lock all doors. Press unlock once to unlock the driver's door. Press twice to unlock all doors. In the summer you may want to hold down the unlock button. This will open the windows to allow the vehicle to cool off before you enter.
Press and hold the power liftgate button. This will open or close the liftgate.
The panic button can be used to locate the vehicle by pressing once. The lights will flash and the horn will chirp. In an emergency you can sound the alarm by holding down the panic button for 2 seconds. Press again to end the alarm.
To use remote start press the lock button then press and hold the remote start button. If you want your climate controls to perform particular tasks (like heating the seats and blowing heat in the winter, or the opposite in the summer) set your climate control defaults in the vehicle personalization menu. Instructions can be found in the owner's manual.
Order remotes for your Cadillac SRX here: http://www.remotesandkeys.com/searchresults.asp?cat=3744
Press Lock to lock all doors. Press unlock once to unlock the driver's door, twice for all doors. On vehicles equipped with power liftgate, hold the power liftgate button for 2 seconds to open.
Press the panic button to get the vehicle to chirp and flash lights to help you locate the vehicle in a parking lot. Press and hold the panic button to sound the alarm in an emergency. Press and hold the panic again to turn the alarm off.
Press Lock and then hold the remote start button to remote start the engine. The default climate control settings will go into effect when the vehicle is remote started. Program the climate control using the owner's manual to set the defaults to your liking. You may want to run the heat and defroster in the winter and the air conditioner in the summer. Vehicles without automatic climate control will use the settings the car was left in.
Most vehicles come with a factory keyless entry system which includes two factory keyless entry remotes. Most of the time, the factory system is only for keyless entry and does not include alarm or remote start.
There is something called an aftermarket add-on which will add selected features to your factory keyless entry system and it will function using your factory keyless remote. The most common aftermarket add-on systems are for alarm or remote start. There are also window roll-down and trunk pop capabilities on some add-on systems.
The following video is a demonstration from one alarm shop of an add-on alarm system they put into a vehicle. Note that not all add-on alarm systems work exaclty this way. The system they installed does function this way but there are other systems made by many different manufacturers including DEI, Omega, and Crimestopper, among others.
Press Lock to Lock all doors. Press Unlock once to unlock the driver’s door. Press Unlock twice to unlock all doors. Press and hold panic to sound the alarm in the case of a mugging/carjacking/emergency or to locate the vehicle in a parking lot.
To remote start the vehicle press lock then press and hold the remote start button. To turn off the engine press and release the remote start button. Not every vehicle is equipped with remote start. When the vehicle is remote started it will use your climate control settings. You’ll want to set them to cool the vehicle during the summer and to heat the vehicle during the winter. See your owner’s manual for instructions to program climate control defaults.
There are 5 buttons and each button represents 2 numbers. Pressing 7/8 and 9/0 will lock all doors.
Pressing the 5 digit entry code will unlock the drivers door. Pressing 3/4 afterwards will unlock all doors. Pressing 5/6 after the code will open the trunk.
The master code is permanent. It is located in the owner's manual case on a card. It is also located on a sticker in the vehicle (usually on the hinge of the trunk or liftgate. You can add additional codes for driver 1 and 2 using the instructions in the owner's manual or this video.