C6 Comprehensive Fob Programming Instructions
Racer
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Key fob limit
Chris-
I purchased another fob (Corvette came with one) and when I tried to program it per your instructions, the DIC gives message that maximum number of fobs have been programmed. Is there a way to delete 3 program settings or do I have to erase the memory as described in the long form. The thought of clearing the entire memory frightens the heck out of me.
I purchased another fob (Corvette came with one) and when I tried to program it per your instructions, the DIC gives message that maximum number of fobs have been programmed. Is there a way to delete 3 program settings or do I have to erase the memory as described in the long form. The thought of clearing the entire memory frightens the heck out of me.
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Chris-
I purchased another fob (Corvette came with one) and when I tried to program it per your instructions, the DIC gives message that maximum number of fobs have been programmed. Is there a way to delete 3 program settings or do I have to erase the memory as described in the long form. The thought of clearing the entire memory frightens the heck out of me.
I purchased another fob (Corvette came with one) and when I tried to program it per your instructions, the DIC gives message that maximum number of fobs have been programmed. Is there a way to delete 3 program settings or do I have to erase the memory as described in the long form. The thought of clearing the entire memory frightens the heck out of me.
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I love this forum... I feel like Corvette owners have something special about them. I mean the level of inginuity in the owners and the time and lengths that we are all willing to go for fellow owners is astounding. I am all over this forum and people are so creative in their solutions and ideas. I don't think that you could find this kind of stuff on a Honda or Benz forum....
That said I bought an 2008 fob and just programmed it to my car as the #3 fob through the short procedure... will do the long one when it is not 34 deg and raining... as I miss having my name on the dic when I start. lol really a big thanks to everyone that makes this forum world spin!
That said I bought an 2008 fob and just programmed it to my car as the #3 fob through the short procedure... will do the long one when it is not 34 deg and raining... as I miss having my name on the dic when I start. lol really a big thanks to everyone that makes this forum world spin!
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Trying to add FOB 3. Flip key 5 times routine brings up the Ready for FOB 3 message in the DIC. But FOB 3 is never recognized in the slot. The slot will not recognize FOB 1 or FOB 2 either.
FOB 1 and FOB 2 work fine. All 3 FOB have good batteries. All are inserted in the slot in the correct direction when recognized. The plastic slot isn't broken or obstructed. All programming/insertion instructions here followed.
The issue is whatever makes the slot work. Any known home remedies?
FOB 1 and FOB 2 work fine. All 3 FOB have good batteries. All are inserted in the slot in the correct direction when recognized. The plastic slot isn't broken or obstructed. All programming/insertion instructions here followed.
The issue is whatever makes the slot work. Any known home remedies?
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Trying to add FOB 3. Flip key 5 times routine brings up the Ready for FOB 3 message in the DIC. But FOB 3 is never recognized in the slot. The slot will not recognize FOB 1 or FOB 2 either.
FOB 1 and FOB 2 work fine. All 3 FOB have good batteries. All are inserted in the slot in the correct direction when recognized. The plastic slot isn't broken or obstructed. All programming/insertion instructions here followed.
The issue is whatever makes the slot work. Any known home remedies?
FOB 1 and FOB 2 work fine. All 3 FOB have good batteries. All are inserted in the slot in the correct direction when recognized. The plastic slot isn't broken or obstructed. All programming/insertion instructions here followed.
The issue is whatever makes the slot work. Any known home remedies?
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From: springfield mo
I thank you can only program up to 4 fobs if you have bought a used corvette you do not know how many thats been programed you can take it to your dealer he can resite it. or just have the dealer program your new fob Thats what I did 18 dollars to program 2 fobs.
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To do it yourself you will need at least one known FOB. However, doing it yourself will not erase the programming for the FOBs you lost. Only the dealer can do that. If there were 4 FOBs previously programmed you will not be able to add another one. Since you don't have any FOBs order a FOB #1 from GM Parts House or Parts Taxi (much cheaper than buying from a dealer) and have a dealer program it to the car.
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To clarify, the short procedure is the one that requires a working fob, the long one only requires a new fob to be programmed.
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If your car was a model made for Canada or Europe, the dealer would have to do it, but a regular US model can be done yourself. If you follow the instructions at the beginning of this thread for the long procedure, you will be able to erase any fobs that are currently programmed to the car and make the new one fob #1. I would add that you might want to put a battery tender on the car since it cannot be driven right now. If the battery gets low during the procedure, it will not work. Since you do not have a working fob, you cannot test the glovebox slot, and it really doesn't matter anyway since the worst that can happen is that you will have it towed. Any fob for a C6 will work fine...2005-2013. Also, $325 is absolute robbery for this. If the car was in my garage, I could do this procedure in 30 minutes with no tools at all.
To clarify, the short procedure is the one that requires a working fob, the long one only requires a new fob to be programmed.
To clarify, the short procedure is the one that requires a working fob, the long one only requires a new fob to be programmed.
Also to add... Get 2 Fobs not just one. Code them #'s 1 & 2. You always should have a 2nd Fob hanging around.
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100%...having only one is asking for trouble...
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I just added to the instructions the idea of attaching a battery tender to the car before starting the programming of fobs. This is just a safety precaution in case the battery is a bit weak and gets low during the procedure. As we all know, low battery voltage can certainly cause crazy behavior from the C6. Any battery charger can be used for this.
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I just added to the instructions the idea of attaching a battery tender to the car before starting the programming of fobs. This is just a safety precaution in case the battery is a bit weak and gets low during the procedure. As we all know, low battery voltage can certainly cause crazy behavior from the C6. Any battery charger can be used for this.
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UPDATE: I was able to program my new FOB (with no others available) last week. It took about 30 mins and I had no problems. The only curve ball that was encountered was that I needed to push the unlock button on my remote (to activate it) which I am not sure is in the instructions. I figured that out on my own. I cant thank you enough for your help! I saved a total of around $325 by not taking it to my local dealership! I hope that I can somehow return the favor to someone else one day.
>>C6 Fob Programming and Glove Box Slot Testing Procedures<<
Elmer
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Did the long version today since I added a new style fob I got from gmparthouse. Only issue I had was it would not show up on the dic until I RAN back to turn the key. Then I had the fob too close I guess so I ended up turning on, then off jumping out of car and throwing my keys across the yard and running to the back to twist the key. The neighbors must've thought I was insane. Lol. But got it all done. 