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Programming an RKE Transmitter

Programming An RKE Transmitter:






CUSTOMER PROGRAMMING METHOD

NOTE: A valid, previously programmed transmitter must be used.

1. Ensure batteries are approximately 3.2 volts each.
2. Turn the ignition on, place the transmission in park, and make sure the vehicle theft security system (if equipped) is in disarm mode.
3. Press and hold the unlock button from 4 to 8 seconds. While still holding the unlock button, press the panic button, then release both buttons. The Body Control Module (BCM) will acknowledge that it has grounded the RKE module program enable wire by sounding a single chime tone.
4. Press any button on the transmitter. A single chime tone will acknowledge the RKE module has accepted the transmission.
5. Repeat step 4 for all transmitters that will be used with this vehicle (up to 4 total).
6. Programming mode will last for 30 seconds. To get out of programming mode sooner, turn the ignition off.

DRB SCAN TOOL PROGRAMMING
1. Ensure batteries are approximately 3.2 volts each.
2. Turn the ignition on, place the transmission in park, and make sure the vehicle theft security system (if equipped) is in disarm mode.
3. Select "Program RKE" under "Miscellaneous". If the message "BCM is in Programming Mode" does not appear, exit and select "Program RKE" again.
4. Press any button on the transmitter. A single chime tone will acknowledge the RKE module has accepted the transmission.
5. Repeat step 4 for all transmitters that will be used with this vehicle (up to 4 total).
6. Programming mode will last for 30 seconds. To get out of programming mode sooner, press "Back Page".