Module, Radio Frequency (RF Hub): Description: Description

Fig 1: RF Hub & Tailgate Opening

Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

The RF Hub (2) is located above the headliner at the tailgate opening (1). The Remote Start Antenna (if equipped) is connected directly to it.

The electronic functions of the Radio Frequency Hub (RF-Hub) supports or controls the following:

• Immobilizer  - Kills the engine when there is an unauthorized attempt to steal the vehicle.
• Remote Keyless Entry  - This feature allows the FOBIK to lock, unlock or activate the Panic alert. If the vehicle is equipped with the Remote Start feature the operating distance is approximately 91.5 meters (300 feet). If it is not equipped with Remote Start the operating distance is approximately 20 meters (66 ft.).
• Keyless Go  - With an authorized FOBIK in the vehicle this allows the operator to start and run the vehicle by pressing the Start/Stop Button (SSB) on the Keyless Ignition Node (KIN).
• Passive Entry  - The Passive Entry feature of the RF-Hub allows the operator, with an authorized FOBIK in their possession, to open a locked front door or liftgate by simply lifting the handle. The FOBIK must be within approximately 1.5 meters (5 ft.) of the door/liftgate. Once all the doors and the liftgate are closed, the operator can lock the vehicle by pressing the lock switch on the door handle.
• Electronic Steering Column Lock  - The ELV/ESCL is only used on some export vehicles. When there is an authorized FOBIK in the front seat area, the Steering Column Lock will unlock the column when the Start/Stop button on the KIN is pressed to the Run position and will lock the column when the button is pressed to the Stop position.
• Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) dimming control  - The RF-Hub controls the illumination to the Keyless Ignition Node (KIN).
• Remote Start  - This feature allows the operator to start or stop the engine from outside the vehicle. The FOBIK cannot be farther from the vehicle than approximately 91.5 meters (300 ft.).