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Method 1 - Adding or Replacing a Key Fob (Known Key Fob Available)

This procedure will add or replace key fobs. To perform this procedure, you must have a fob already programmed to the module, a replacement key fob, and a scan tool

IMPORTANT: This procedure is not available when the maximum number of fobs (4) have been programmed. If 4 key fobs are programmed to this RCDLR and this method is attempted, the driver information center (DIC) will display MAX FOBS LEARNED and the programming procedure will exit. Method 2 must be used in this instance.
  1. Place a known fob in the cup holder.
  2. Turn the vehicle to RUN, place the transmission in PARK (A/T) or REVERSE (M/T) and shut the vehicle OFF.
  3. Using the scan tool access the following:
    • Vehicle Control Systems
    • Computer/Integrating Systems
    • Module Setup
    • Remote Control Door Lock Receiver
    • Program Key Fobs
  4. Select the fob position you wish to program:
      IMPORTANT: Selecting Invalidate All Fobs will erase any known fobs and require all fobs to be relearned to the vehicle.
    • Invalidate All Fobs (Not used in this method)
    • Program Fob 1
    • Program Fob 2
    • Program Fob 3
    • Program Fob 4
  5. With the fob position selected, press the PROGRAM button on the scan tool. The DIC should display: READY FOR FOB X (X = fob 1, 2, 3 or 4, depending on the selected position)
    • If the DIC displays: OFF/ACC TO LEARN, refer to Method 2.
  6. Place the replacement key fob in the glove box fob pocket with the buttons facing right.
  7. A beep will occur indicating the fob has been programmed. If the Invalidate All Fobs selection was chosen the DIC will continue to the next available key fob slot until all slots are programmed or the DONE soft key is pressed to exit programming. If any other selection was chosen and additional fobs are needed to be programmed, repeat steps 3-5.
  8. IMPORTANT: Failure to press the UNLOCK button of each key fob will result in that fob being inoperative. Pressing the UNLOCK button finishes the programming sequence and is require to ensure transmitter operation.
  9. Remove previously learned fobs from vehicle. Press the UNLOCK button of each newly learned key fob to finalize the programming and confirm system operation.