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Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment

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Programming 

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    WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Health and Safety Precautions Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

    Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .

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    NOTE: To enter the PATS security access if no programmed passive keys are available, start a vehicle session using a tear tag or PCM part number. The PATS security access can still be granted even with the ignition off.

    Refer to: Diagnostic Methods .

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    From the diagnostic scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select Body>Security>PATS Functions and follow the on-screen instructions to enter PATS security access.

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    NOTE: A maximum of 8 keys can be programmed into the vehicle.
    • From the diagnostic scan tool menu, select the appropriate key programming procedure and follow the on-screen instructions to program the passive key(s).
      NOTE: When prompted by the scan tool, place the passive key next to the PATS transceiver.
    • Refer to Backup Starting .