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Remote Setup Guide
Welcome to our remote setup guide! Follow these simple steps to program your new remote and get it working with your vehicle.
Scroll down to the bottom for instructions for battery replacement, troubleshooting guide and safety warnings.
What You'll Need
- Your new remote key fob
- Your vehicle (with access to the driver's seat)
- Your vehicle's ignition key
- 5-10 minutes of time
Step-by-Step Setup Instructions
Before You Start:
- 2011+ Models: Vehicles model year 2011 and newer cannot be self-programmed. You must visit an Automotive Locksmith or Dealer.
- Gather Remotes: You must have ALL remotes present (old and new). Any remote not present during programming will be erased and stop working .
- Check Dashboard: Confirm you do not have a "Check Engine" or "Tire Pressure" warning light on. These will disable programming mode and prevent the factory remote start from working .
METHOD A: Vehicles WITH Driver Information Center (D.I.C.) (Use this method if your dashboard has a specific button featuring a Car with an "i").
Step 1: Enter Your Vehicle
Close and Unlock all doors using the power lock switch on the driver’s door.
Step 2: Insert Your Key
Insert your key into the ignition. Do not turn it on yet.
Step 3: Menu
Press the Vehicle Information button (Car with “i”) until "PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY" displays.
*Note: Look for this button to the left or right of the dashboard, or to the left of the radio. If you cannot find it, use Method B .
Step 4: Confirmation
Press the Set/Reset button (Checkmark image) until "REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE" displays.
Step 5: Sync
On the first remote, press and hold LOCK and UNLOCK at the same time for up to 15 seconds.
Step 6: Confirm
You should hear an audible CHIME. This confirms the remote is programmed.
Step 7: Sync Others
Repeat Step 5 for all other remotes you wish to program (up to 4 total).
Step 8: Exit
Turn ignition OFF and remove key to exit.
METHOD B: Vehicles WITHOUT Driver Information Center (Trip/Odometer) (Use this method if you do NOT have the dashboard buttons mentioned above).
Step 1: Enter Your Vehicle
Close and Unlock all doors using the power lock switch on the driver’s door.
Step 2: Insert Your Key
Insert your key into the ignition. Do not turn it on yet.
Step 3: Menu
Press and release the Trip/Odometer Stem (the black stick on your gauge cluster) repeatedly until "RELEARN REMOTE KEY" displays.
Step 4: Confirmation
Press and HOLD the Trip/Odometer Stem until "REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE" displays.
Step 5: Sync
On the first remote, press and hold LOCK and UNLOCK at the same time for up to 15 seconds.
Step 6: Confirm
You should hear an audible CHIME. This confirms the remote is programmed.
Step 7: Sync Others
Repeat Step 5 for all other remotes you wish to program (up to 4 total).
Step 8: Exit
Turn ignition OFF and remove key to exit.
Replacing Battery
Required Battery: CR2032 (3V)
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Open: Locate the small notch on the bottom seam of the remote. Insert a coin or flathead screwdriver and twist gently to separate the case.
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Remove: Carefully slide the old battery out.
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Install: Insert the new CR2032 battery with the Positive (+) side facing UP.
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Close: Snap the front and back of the case back together tightly.
Troubleshooting
Remote Start Fails: If the lock/unlock buttons work but the Remote Start button does not, check your dashboard. Any active warning lights (Check Engine, Tire Pressure, etc.) will disable the remote start system.
No Chime: If no chime is heard during remote programming, release the buttons and try holding them down again.
Programming Fails: Ensure no Check Engine or Tire Pressure lights are on; these can prevent the car from entering programming mode.
Order: If any remote did not program, restart from Step 1 and switch the order in which you are programming them.
2011+ Models: If your vehicle is 2011 or newer, these manual procedures will not work. Please contact a Locksmith or Dealer.
Safety Warnings and Legal
⚠️ SAFETY WARNINGS
INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or coin battery. Death or serious injury can occur if ingested. A swallowed battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours. Seek immediate medical attention if swallowed .
CHOKING HAZARD: This device contains small parts. Not for children under 3 years. This device is not a toy.
CALIFORNIA PROP 65: ⚠️ WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Trademark Disclaimer: All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners. All company, product, and service names used in this guide are for identification purposes only. Use of these names, logos, and brands does not imply endorsement. FOBTEK is a third-party supplier and is not affiliated with the vehicle manufacturer.
Need Help?
If you're having trouble programming your remote, our customer support team is here to help. Visit our Customer Support page or contact us directly.
Video tutorials and model-specific guides coming soon!