Is your 2006 Chevy Silverado Key Fob not working like it used to? Perhaps you’ve got a new replacement fob and need to get it programmed to your vehicle. Luckily, programming a key fob for your 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is a straightforward process you can accomplish right at home. This guide will walk you through each step to get your key fob working again in no time.
Step-by-Step Guide to Program Your 2006 Chevy Silverado Key Fob
Before you begin, ensure you have all the key fobs you intend to use with your Silverado. This programming procedure will erase all previously programmed remotes, so you’ll need to program all of them at once.
Here’s how to program your 2006 Chevy Silverado key fob:
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Get Inside and Close the Doors: Start by getting into your Chevy Silverado and closing all the doors completely.
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Insert Key into Ignition (Don’t Turn): Place your key into the ignition cylinder, but do not turn it on.
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Press and Hold the UNLOCK Button: Locate the UNLOCK button on the driver’s side door panel and press and hold it down. Do not release the button yet.
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Cycle Ignition ON and OFF Twice (Quickly): While still holding the UNLOCK button, quickly turn the ignition key from the OFF position to the ON position (just before starting the engine) and back to OFF twice in rapid succession.
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Release the UNLOCK Button: Now, release the UNLOCK button on the door.
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Listen for the Door Locks to Cycle: If you’ve successfully entered programming mode, you will hear the door locks cycle from the locked to the unlocked position. This lock cycling indicates that your Silverado is ready to learn the new key fob.
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Program the First Key Fob: Take the first key fob you want to program. Simultaneously press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the fob. Keep holding them until the vehicle responds again by cycling the door locks. It might take up to 30 seconds for a new, unprogrammed remote to pair, but a previously paired remote will usually respond faster.
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Program Additional Key Fobs (If Any): If you have more key fobs to program, repeat step 7 for each additional fob. Make sure to program all desired remotes in this step, including any existing ones you want to continue using.
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Exit Programming Mode: Turn the ignition key to the ON position. This action will exit the key fob programming mode.
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Test Your Key Fobs: Remove the key from the ignition and test all of your programmed key fobs to ensure they are working correctly by pressing the buttons to lock and unlock the doors.
Congratulations! You have successfully programmed your 2006 Chevy Silverado key fobs. If you encounter any issues during this process, double-check each step and try again. If you continue to have trouble, it might be best to consult a professional automotive technician or key fob specialist for assistance.
