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Old Aug 21, 2023 | 02:18 PM
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Any way to bench test a PKE module? I replaced mine with what I thought was a good used one but still did not work. Do not want to do it again unless I know the module is good. Thanks.
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Old Aug 21, 2023 | 06:29 PM
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Did you remember to program the new module to the fob?
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I believe PKE is a function of the CCM, which requires programming, AFAIK a tech1 with CCM cartridge is required. PKE diagnostics in FSM isn't very good.
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Old Aug 23, 2023 | 09:41 AM
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PKE has its own module.

To match transmitters to your vehicle:

1. Move all transmitters out of range.
2. Turn the ignition key on.
3. Push TRIP OD0 on the Driver Information Center
twice.
4. Within five seconds, press and hold FUEL INFO
until the PASSIVE KEYLESS ENTRY light
comes on.
5. Turn the ignition off, but leave the key in the
ignition. The PASSIVE KEYLESS ENTRY light
should begin to flash to show the system is in
programming mode.
6. Bring one transmitter into range. The light will stop
flashing and stay on to show that the codeis stored.
7. Move the transmitter out of range. The light should
start flashing again.
8. Repeat Steps 6 and 7 with each additional transmitter.


The programming mode will shut off if

-You don’t program any transmitters for two minutes.

-You take the key out of the ignition or turn the
ignition on.

-You have programmed three transmitters.

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Old Aug 23, 2023 | 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by chuckhinva
Any way to bench test a PKE module? I replaced mine with what I thought was a good used one but still did not work. Do not want to do it again unless I know the module is good. Thanks.
Talfryyn has a good question. How did you determine the new module was bad? Did you try programming and couldn't get a blinking light, or did you just expect the fob(s) to work? Did you check the fuses to make sure the PO didn't pull one to stop the bad module from acting up? Check the fob(s) batteries?
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Old Aug 24, 2023 | 08:56 AM
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Module will not go in to program mode. Also can't run PKE diagnostics with OBDII. PKE light in DIC stays on.
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Old Sep 2, 2023 | 01:41 AM
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yes you can with OBD2 Fixing Your 1993-1996 Corvette’s Passive Keyless Entry System (motortrend.com) C4 Keyless Entry and Alarm Repair, Part 2 - Technically Speaking (motortrend.com)
i did this with mine and it worked


another tip, if you have chime, its a good indicator if your CCM can see your key if its in the ignition. if it cant see your key, i.e, no chime. you cant program it. it means you need a new key and ignition cyl
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