Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment

Programming 

1. 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.
2. 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 .

3. From the diagnostic scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select Body>Security>PATS Functions and follow the on-screen instructions to enter PATS security access.
4. 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 in the Description and Operation. Refer to: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - System Operation and Component Description .