Help key fob problem!!!!! Need help now!!
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Burning Brakes
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From: Carlisle PA
Help key fob problem!!!!! Need help now!!
I just replaced the batteries in my key fobs and now the car doesn't start at all. I tried to "retrain" the key fobs but when I put the key in the ignition the car won't start and I cannot get the message board clear. It keeps showing random messages like low gas, reduced engine power, etc. I tried to resynchronize it but nothing happens.
It says something in the manual about "Matching transmitters to your vehicle." Does that mean I have to have it towed to a chevy dealer to have that done?
We have a trip planned for Thur morning and this is not a good thing.
Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
It says something in the manual about "Matching transmitters to your vehicle." Does that mean I have to have it towed to a chevy dealer to have that done?
We have a trip planned for Thur morning and this is not a good thing.
Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Burning Brakes
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From: Sullivan Illinois
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Try this:
Turn ignition to ON.
Turn radio off
Press RESET button to clear any IPC warning messages
Press and release the OPTIONS button until FOB TRAINING message is displayed.
Press and hold RESET button in order to begin programming sequence. The message HOLD LK + UNLK 1ST FOB will be displayed.
Simultaneously press and hold the Lock and Unlock buttons on the first transmitter for 15 seconds. The IPC will indicate when the transmitter is programmed. When you are finished, press the OPTIONS button to exit. Hope that woks for ya! It worked for me. You may also try cleaning the chip on your key.
Turn ignition to ON.
Turn radio off
Press RESET button to clear any IPC warning messages
Press and release the OPTIONS button until FOB TRAINING message is displayed.
Press and hold RESET button in order to begin programming sequence. The message HOLD LK + UNLK 1ST FOB will be displayed.
Simultaneously press and hold the Lock and Unlock buttons on the first transmitter for 15 seconds. The IPC will indicate when the transmitter is programmed. When you are finished, press the OPTIONS button to exit. Hope that woks for ya! It worked for me. You may also try cleaning the chip on your key.
