Got an rfa1 battery low message on dic

2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
129,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SDR464
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Got an rfa1 battery low message on dic. I replaced the battery and I'm still getting the message. Removed battery and am now using the other pod, and still getting the low battery message. How do I get rid of the message?
Nov 26, 2013 at 4:35 PM
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MADMIKE1735
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i dont understand why its showing step 3.... i will need to type this out manually.... bear with me here....

Method 1 - No Tools Required, Program All Transmitters
Important: All transmitters which are to be recognized by the PDM must be programmed in
a single programming sequence. When using this program method, all previously
programmed transmitters will be erased upon the receipt of the programming signal from
the first transmitter. The order in which the transmitters are programmed will determine its
numbering position within the PDM memory. The first transmitter programmed will be
transmitter #1, and the second transmitter programmed will be transmitter #2. The number
stamped on the transmitter case is for reference only; #2 can be programmed as #1, or vice
versa. Additional unnumbered transmitters are also available.
1. Close all the vehicle doors.
2. Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder.
3. Press and hold the door unlock switch.
4. While holding the door lock switch in the unlock position, cycle the ignition ON, OFF,
ON, OFF.
5. Release the door unlock switch. The doors will lock and unlock to confirm the
program mode.
6. Press and hold the LOCK button and the UNLOCK button simultaneously on one
transmitter. After a delay of approximately 15 seconds, the doors will lock and unlock
to confirm the programming of that transmitter.
7. Repeat the previous step to program up to 4 transmitters.
8. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position in order to exit the keyless entry
transmitter programming mode.
9. Operate the transmitter functions in order to verify correct system operation.
May 13, 2021 at 8:00 PM
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KASEKENNY
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This is a common issue when the battery in the transmitter gets weak or fails. What happens is the key becomes out of sync with the receiver which means after you replace the battery you just need to run through this process.

I attached it for your convenience but it is a very easy process. Let me know if you have questions.
May 13, 2021 at 8:00 PM