Here lately my remotes, key fobs, clickers or what ever you want to call them won't work unless I'm damn near standing on top of the car. If I get even a little ways away from the car they won't do anything and if I move closer there's no guarantee they'll work. I've replaced the batteries with energizer batteries although I don't believe there is anything wrong with the original batteries. Both remotes are practically new and I just got back from taking them back to the locksmith and they reprogrammed them. They will work most of the time if I'm standing right outside the driver's door. Anyone ever had this problem? The car is a 2006 GXP.

 

I had a similar problem with one of mine not working all the time. I ordered new and now it works good as new.

 

There was a recall on the monte carlo's for that issue. Also for the tire moniotring system not working correctly, it all used the same antenna, they replaced it with another Antenna that worked maybe 10% better

 

Do you know where the antenna is located?

 

Should be inside the key fob I think.

 

Mine was the actual antenna on the car, and its the one that sticks out the top. I'll try to find the recall later today and post it so you know what im referring too.

 

ECHNICAL
Bulletin No.: 07-08-52-001C
Date: August 27, 2009
Subject: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Inoperative, Poor Range, Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Message Displayed, Remote Vehicle Start (RVS) (Replace/Reprogram RCDLR, Replace Antenna and Transmitters)
Models:
2006-2007 Buick Lucerne
2006-2007 Cadillac DTS
2006-2007 Chevrolet Impala, Monte Carlo
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to update the Parts Information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 07-08-52-001B (Section 08 - Body and Accessories).
Condition
Important
This bulletin does not apply to vehicles built after the following dates:
- DTS / Lucerne: 5/1/07
- Impala / Monte Carlo: 3/1/07
For vehicles built after these dates, refer to SI for diagnosis and repair information.
Some customers may comment about one or more of the following conditions:
- The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters will not program, function and/or the RKE transmitter low battery message is displayed.
- The Service Tire Monitor System message is displayed.
- The new RKE transmitter cannot be programmed.
- The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) and/or Remote Vehicle Start (RVS) transmitter has poor range.
Cause
Any of these concerns may be caused by an internal fault with the transmitters and/or the Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR) software/hardware.
Correction
DO NOT REPLACE THE BCM.
Important
- The 2006 and 2007 Impala LS without AP8 does not have a coax antenna.
- The 2006 and 2007 Lucerne without AP3 or AP8 does not have a coax antenna.
1. Replace the RCDLR module and the RCDLR antenna using the following procedure:
Impala / Monte Carlo
1. Remove the driver's side "A" pillar molding and I/P closeout panel.
2. Unplug the speaker.
3. To expose the RCDLR antenna, partially remove the driver's side upper I/P closeout panel (near windshield).
4. Remove the clips holding the RCDLR antenna wire at the RCDLR module and along the "A" pillar.
5. Cut the old RCDLR antenna wire a minimum of 152 mm (6 in) from the button (connecting to the windshield), leaving that portion of the old RCDLR antenna connected to the windshield.
6. Remove the I/P carrier bolt and remove the old RCDLR antenna.
7. Remove the RCDLR module.
8. Install the new RCDLR module.
9. Lay in the new RCDLR antenna and reinstall the carrier bolt.
10. Connect the new antenna to the RCDLR antenna module.
11. Clip the new RCDLR antenna into place using the existing holes on the "A" pillar.
12. Reinstall the I/P close-out panel.
13. Reconnect the speaker wire.
Important
Be sure that the end of the old RCDLR antenna is tucked behind the "A" pillar molding. The button on the windshield is no longer functional, however leaving the cover on the button will provide a cleaner look to the vehicle.
14. Reinstall the "A" pillar molding and I/P side closeout panel.
DTS
1. Remove the rear seat cushion.
2. Remove the rear seat back.
3. Lower and remove the trunk trim cover to gain access to the underside of the rear package shelf.
4. Remove the rear seat belts.
5. Remove the interior C-pillar trim (sail) panels and package shelf.
6. Remove the RCDLR module and antenna.Tip
The existing antenna is grounded into another wiring harness. It will be necessary to pull the existing harness and antenna up near the C-pillar in order to disconnect the antenna from the other wiring harness.
Important
The new antenna will not be grounded into the other wiring harness.
7. Install a new RCDLR module and antenna.
8. Tape back the harness ground connection.
9. Reinstall the rear package shelf.
10. Reinstall the interior C-pillar trim (sail) panels.
11. Reinstall the rear seat belts.
12. Reinstall the trunk trim cover.
13. Reinstall the rear seat back.
14. Reinstall the rear seat cushion.
Lucerne
1. Remove left rear C-pillar trim (sail) panel.
2. Remove the RCDLR antenna and receiver/module (located under the shelf package - accessed through the trunk). Tip
The existing antenna is grounded into another wiring harness. It will be necessary to pull the existing harness and antenna up near the C-pillar in order to disconnect the antenna from the other wiring harness.
Important
The new antenna will not be grounded into the other wiring harness.
3. Reinstall the new antenna and RCDLR receiver/module.
4. Reinstall the C-pillar trim (sail) panel.
Important
When programming a new or existing RCDLR, the programming instructions in SI must be followed.
2. Reprogram the RCDLR with the latest software update available through TIS2WEB.
Important
- On vehicles equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM), the tire type and tire pressures must be selected in the module set-up using the Tech 2(R). If this step is not performed, the RCDLR will not retain the tire pressures after the TPM system is learned. Tip: When selecting the Tire Type/Pressure, choose the appropriate selection on the Tech 2(R) based on psi, not kPa. The vehicle must be driven immediately. Monitor the tire pressures on the DIC and drive the vehicle until dashes no longer appear.
- After the learn procedure is complete, be sure to set the tire pressures according to the information on the tire placard.
3. If equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring System, perform the Tire Pressure Sensor Relearn using the J 46079 following the procedure found in SI.
4. Replace both Remote Keyless Entry transmitters. New transmitters are identified by a star on the back of the transmitter. It is important to verify that the replacement transmitters have a star on the back.
5. Program the transmitters using the procedure listed in SI.






Parts Information
Important
Refer to the parts catalog using the VIN of the vehicle being serviced to identify the correct part numbers.
Warranty Information


For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table above.

 

Good info, thanks for posting. I did a search on the subject and it showed some sort of small antenna within the remote, although it was not for our vehicles. So I guess on the GXP its the small roof antenna near the back window. GXP25 I believe upgraded his, I would search for that post as it could have helpful info.

And I would try another battery before I ripped into this.

 

I fixed it. Apparently I had pulled the antenna wire out that was plugged into the little box mounted on the rear window deck under the deck carpet. The one close to the compass box. Things got sorta out of hand when I was installing the rear speakers. Thanks for all the responses.