Program a MyKey™

NOTE: After a MyKey™ has been programmed, the remaining standard key(s) (the key[s] that is not programmed with the MyKey™ feature) is referred to as an "administrator key(s)" or "admin" key(s). There must always be at least one admin key. The Instrument Cluster (IC) does not allow the last admin key to be programmed into a MyKey™ restricted key. Both the admin key and the MyKey™ restricted key can be used to see how many MyKey™ and admin keys are programmed to the vehicle, and how many total miles have been driven with the MyKey™ feature active (using the message center). The MyKey™ is the one with the restricted status. The admin key does not have any restrictions.

NOTE: The MyKey™ feature can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was programmed. Follow the Disable MyKey™ Restricted Features procedure in this article to clear the key of any restricted MyKey™ status. If the key has been cycled, an admin key is required to disable the MyKey™ programming.

NOTE: The MyKey™ feature can only be configured or disabled with an admin key.

NOTE: The MyKey™ feature allows you to program/configure a restricted driving mode on one (or more) standard key(s) supplied with the vehicle or any (Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)) programmed spare key(s) to promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys that are programmed to the vehicle can be programmed to a MyKey™ restricted key status. The MyKey™ is a restricted key for consecutive key cycles until the MyKey™ feature is disabled. When the MyKey™ feature is programmed, several features are modified/or can be modified:

NOTE: The standard restricted features below cannot be configured in any way.

Standard Restricted Features

Belt-Minder® chimes periodically with the audio system muted until the driver safety belt is buckled. If Belt-Minder® has been disabled when the admin key is in the ignition lock cylinder, Belt-Minder® still functions for the MyKey™ driver. Belt-Minder® cannot be disabled by the MyKey™ driver.
Audible (chime) and visual (message center message) low fuel warnings are issued when the Distance To Empty (DTE) value is reached (typically 75 miles).
The parking aid system (if equipped) cannot be turned off.
NOTE: The optional restricted features below can be configured to the customer preferences. Refer to CONFIGURING MYKEY™ OPTIONAL RESTRICTED FEATURES .

Optional Restricted Features

If configured, the audio system limits the volume to 45% of the maximum volume. The message MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED is displayed if an attempt is made to exceed the volume limit of 45%.
If configured, vehicle maximum speed can be limited to 130 km/h (80 mph). Audible (chime) and visual (message center message) warnings are issued when the vehicle speed of 130 km/h (80 mph) is attained. The PCM automatically limits the vehicle speed to not exceed 130 km/h (80 mph).
If configured, audible (chime) and visual (message center message) warnings are issued when the preselected vehicle speed of 75, or 90 or 105 km/h (45, or 55 or 65 mph) is attained.
If configured, the AdvanceTrac® always on feature can be configured to on or off. If configured to always on, the traction control cannot be disabled by the MyKey™ driver when a MyKey™ is being used to operate the vehicle.
NOTE: If programming or configuring a MyKey™, but then decide to clear the key instead, do not turn the key to the OFF position. Follow the Disable MyKey™ Restricted Features procedure in this article to clear the key of any restricted MyKey™ status. If necessary, refer to DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION for MyKey™ system checks and system warnings displays.

NOTE: The key that is being programmed with the MyKey™ feature must first already be programmed into the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS).

Insert a programmed PATS ignition key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key from the OFF to the ON position. This key must be the one that is being programmed to the MyKey™ restricted status.
Using the message center buttons:
1. Press the SETUP button until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY appears in the message center display.
2. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM MYKEY is displayed.
3. Press and hold the RESET button (for approximately 2 seconds) until MARK THIS KEY AS RESTRICTED is displayed.
4. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed, then release the RESET button.
The MyKey™ feature (standard restricted features) is successfully programmed into this particular key. Make sure it is labeled for easy identification. To customize the MyKey™ with the audio volume limited, maximum speed limit, speed alert chimes, and AdvanceTrac® on/off restrictions, refer to CONFIGURING MYKEY™ OPTIONAL RESTRICTED FEATURES .
- If the vehicle is equipped with remote start, also refer to USING MYKEY™ WITH REMOTE START SYSTEMS .