Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment

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Programming

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this service information, refer to Safety Warnings in GENERAL INFORMATION . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

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