How Can You Replace A Car Key Or Remote? You can often program your car key fob yourself, but you will need the information on how to do so. We stock replacement key fobs and batteries for many vehicles. Visit us to replace and program your new keyless entry device, install a new battery or cut a.
Try this first. It worked on mine. Close all the vehicle doors.
Insert the ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder. Press and hold the DOOR unlock switch. While holding the DOOR lock switch in the unlock position, cycle the ignition ON, OFF, ON, OFF. Release the DOOR unlock switch. The doors will lock and unlock to confirm the program mode.
Press and hold the LOCK button and the UNLOCK button simultaneously on one keyless remote. After a delay of approximately 15 seconds, the doors will lock and unlock to confirm the programming of that transmitter. Repeat the previous step to program up to four transmitters. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (one more click forward) position in order to exit the keyless entry transmitter mode. Operate the transmitter functions in order to verify correct system operation There you go!
UPDATE #1: After messing around with a couple of Key Fobs, I noticed that most owner’s manuals have the programming directions already. Check your owner’s manual first! I will try to post a how to on programming keys. UPDATE #2: I have tried this on a 2001 Grand Prix GTP and 1999-2002 Grand Am GT UPDATE #3: This only works for some GM vehicles from 1996-2005. For a 2003 Grand Prix 1. Remove the key from the ignition. Close all doors.
Remove the “MALL PGM” fuse from the fuse panel. Use the legend on the fuse panel or owner’s manual to properly locate the “MALL PGM” fuse. Insert the key into the ignition, and turn to the ACC position. Turn the key to OFF and then back to ACC within 1 second.
Open and close any vehicle door. A chime will be heard when the system enters into programming mode. Press and hold the remote LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simultaneously for 14 seconds.
IMPORTANT: After 7 seconds, a chime may be heard confirming successful synchronization. It is necessary to wait approximately 14 seconds for a second chime that will confirm successful programming. Repeat step 7 now for each additional remotes to be programmed including any existing remotes. Remove key from ignition.
Install the “MALL PGM” fuse back into the fuse panel and test remote(s).
Lost your Car Keys? If you've lost your car keys (please ) replacement will normally need to cover at least two elements - the key blade being cut to the correct configuration and the key's transponder chip being programmed (so the vehicle starts). The third element can be programming of remote locking, although this is normally just a luxury feature and not essential to be able to gain entry and drive the vehicle.
See Programming Instructions for. If you've lost your car key and have no spares, do not despair. Many auto locksmiths and main dealers can cut your car key configuration from the chassis number of your vehicle. You can get the chassis number off your registration document (log book) and may need to provide it also as proof that you are the genuine owner of the vehicle. Some garages may ask for 2 forms of ID in addition to the log book.
To program the key's chip (transponder chip) manufacturers normally supply a code card with the vehicle when new. This card contains a unique code which is normally concealed below a scratch strip so only the owner of the vehicle should be able to see it.
Main dealers and auto locksmiths will normally require this code so they can program your key's transponder chip to your vehicle. Even without this code certain auto locksmiths may be able to get you up and running but it will normally require more jiggery pokery - reprogramming of the transponder receiver unit or ECU in the vehicle. But my key is solid and not a battery powered remote key so I can't have a chip in it? Just because you don't have a remote control style key with a battery in it doesn't mean the key does not have a transponder chip. Transponder chips do not require battery power as they are energised when inserted into your vehicle's ignition.
In non-remote control keys the chip will be buried within the solid plastic key housing and is not accessible. Always check out all your options before taking drastic steps like having someone bust the vehicle lock out. It's very rare that a vehicle lock need be broken out to get you moving.