When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
I have acquired a new key fob to replace a lost one for my 2014 convertible. I have attempted, per the manual (2-6), multiple times to program the new fob using a recognized transmitter. Each time I get to step 9, pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button with the new transmitter in the steering column pocket, the DIC never displays READY FOR REMOTE #4 or 5. The DIC continues to display step 7, READY FOR REMOTE #3 or 4 and then times out. I don't want to use the procedure for programming without a recognized transmitter because this procedure will wipe the program in my only good transmitter. Does anyone have an alternative method to program a new key fob? Appreciate your help.
If you want the new RKE to be #2 and have the memory function, you will need to do the long program and erase the memory of RKE #1 and start over. The First RKE inserted in the long program becomes #1 RKE and the 2nd becomes #2 RKE.
There is no other option to make #2 RKE. Those instructions in that thread are very precise. Maybe they will help you add your RKE as #3 (no seat/DIC memory function).
If you want the new RKE to be #2 and have the memory function, you will need to do the long program and erase the memory of RKE #1 and start over. The First RKE inserted in the long program becomes #1 RKE and the 2nd becomes #2 RKE.
There is no other option to make #2 RKE. Those instructions in that thread are very precise. Maybe they will help you add your RKE as #3 (no seat/DIC memory function).
Elmer
My objective is not to force the RKE to be #2 but just to get it programmed. It can be #3 or #4 for all I care. However, you may be correct that I have to start from scratch with both RKEs. Your option is still on the table. Thanks for your input.
I thought the OP was saying that it doesn't allow him to finish programming #3, that it times out instead of programming #3.
bdstrak: is this correct?
You are correct. The DIC stays on READY FOR REMOTE #3 and never states READY FOR REMOTE #4 after I press the ENGINE START/STOP button. When I press UNLOCK to complete the process, it does not UNLOCK, LOCK, or open the trunk.
The reprogramming of both RKEs is still an option.
Immediately, after getting this far in the programming steps, does the known (old working) fob work correctly? I don't mean hours after, but right away.
Did the new fob come with a key? If so, which one does it look like?
My objective is not to force the RKE to be #2 but just to get it programmed. It can be #3 or #4 for all I care. However, you may be correct that I have to start from scratch with both RKEs. Your option is still on the table. Thanks for your input.
Understood, you want #3. I only pointed to that decision table as it has many items to make sure you do or don't do while you are making the #3. Interference, RKE to close, not close enough, whatever.
Immediately, after getting this far in the programming steps, does the known (old working) fob work correctly? I don't mean hours after, but right away.
Did the new fob come with a key? If so, which one does it look like?
After a programming attempt, the old/original RKE works perfectly. It locks, unlocks, remotely starts. I have not attempted to lower the top but assume it would.
The new, used RKE came with a key like the one on the lift. I have a new, uncut key expected to be delivered tomorrow. I plan to take it and ownership proof to my dealer so it can be sent out to be cut IAW my VIN.
Are you positive the new FOB is the same part # and frequency as the old FOB?
The original RKE is GM #22816266. The new/used RKE is also GM #22816266. Both PNs are confirmed by markings on the inside of the case. Given that, I have to assume they operate on the same frequency. Is there a way to identify it's operating frequency? My new uncut key is GM #25962393.
Sorry to dig up an old post and I may have to start a new thread, but figured I'd just pose here, since I can't find an answer to save my life. It's probably buried under all the "how to set memory seat" posts/google results.
My issue is that, while I know how to set memory seats and my fobs work for starting the car, they don't see to be associated to either # position for memory seats. The easy exit works. When I turn the car off and open the door, it goes to the exit position. When I turn the car on, it doesn't move from the exit position. I just traded a 2016 stingray for a 2016 Z06 and I had no issues in the stingray. Whenever I'd stary the stingray, an info message would pop up and say "you are Driver 1 (or 2, if other fob) for memory position". I get no such message in the Z06, so I think that's the issue (and yes, I have auto memory recall on). Is there a way to set a WORKING fob to have a driver #? Do I have to completely reprogram it?
Last edited by Toddiesel; Feb 19, 2018 at 07:05 AM.
Reason: typo
Sorry to dig up an old post and I may have to start a new thread, but figured I'd just pose here, since I can't find an answer to save my life. It's probably buried under all the "how to set memory seat" posts/google results.
My issue is that, while I know how to set memory seats and my fobs work for starting the car, they don't see to be associated to either # position for memory seats. The easy exit works. When I turn the car off and open the door, it goes to the exit position. When I turn the car on, it doesn't move from the exit position. I just traded a 2016 stingray for a 2016 Z06 and I had no issues in the stingray. Whenever I'd stary the stingray, an info message would pop up and say "you are Driver 1 (or 2, if other fob) for memory position". I get no such message in the Z06, so I think that's the issue (and yes, I have auto memory recall on). Is there a way to set a WORKING fob to have a driver #? Do I have to completely reprogram it?
There isn't really a difference in the FOBs. The stuff you set for "1" FOB is retained for that FOB as long as you press "Set" and then the number 1 until you hear a beep. When you set #2 FOB, do the settings you want and then press "Set" and the #2 until you hear a beep. Set each FOB without the other FOB present in the car. As far as messages, I can't help you as I have the 14'. Did you get 2 FOBs with the car? Only 1 FOB and you added a FOB?
Remember, the programming is in the car, not the FOB. The car differentiates the FOB and knows which is which when you do the "set" + number thing.
Last edited by eboggs_jkvl; Feb 19, 2018 at 08:55 AM.
There isn't really a difference in the FOBs. The stuff you set for "1" FOB is retained for that FOB as long as you press "Set" and then the number 1 until you hear a beep. When you set #2 FOB, do the settings you want and then press "Set" and the #2 until you hear a beep. Set each FOB without the other FOB present in the car. As far as messages, I can't help you as I have the 14'. Did you get 2 FOBs with the car? Only 1 FOB and you added a FOB?
Remember, the programming is in the car, not the FOB. The car differentiates the FOB and knows which is which when you do the "set" + number thing.
I get what you're saying, but it doesn't solve my issue. How do I get the car to say "ok this is fob 1" and move my seat to set 1 when i start the car?
Yes. Neither one gives me a "you are Driver X for memory feature" message, and neither one activate set 1 or set 2 (i made them both the same). I have to manually hold the 1 or 2 button to get the seat to go to those positions.
Yes. Neither one gives me a "you are Driver X for memory feature" message, and neither one activate set 1 or set 2 (i made them both the same). I have to manually hold the 1 or 2 button to get the seat to go to those positions.
Did you do this:
Auto Memory Recall
This feature automatically recalls
the current driver’s previously stored
1 or 2 button positions when
entering the vehicle. See Memory
Seats 0 58.
Select Off or On
Did you do this:
Auto Memory Recall
This feature automatically recalls
the current driver’s previously stored
1 or 2 button positions when
entering the vehicle. See Memory
Seats 0 58.
Select Off or On
Well, the manual memory seat function is working. Are we talking A8 or M7?
It's a manual. And yes, I suppose it works in that it moves back for the easy exit, and if i hold 1 or 2, it does go to those presets, but it's not working in terms of me getting in the car, pressing start, and having the seat go to preset 1 or 2, like it should with auto memory recall turned on.
Programming a C7 key fob
