Lost or broken your 2013 Cadillac SRX key fob? Replacing it doesn’t have to mean an expensive trip to the dealership. You can actually program a new key fob yourself right at home, saving both time and money. This guide provides simple, step-by-step instructions for programming a new key fob for your 2013 Cadillac SRX, even if you don’t have a currently recognized transmitter.
Step-by-Step Programming Instructions for Your 2013 Cadillac SRX Key Fob
If you don’t have an existing, working key fob, don’t worry. Cadillac SRX vehicles are designed to allow for new key fob programming without a previously recognized transmitter. This process, while taking about 30 minutes, is straightforward if you follow each step carefully. Make sure your vehicle is turned off and you have all the new key fobs you intend to program with you before starting.
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Initiate Programming Mode: Begin by manually inserting your Cadillac SRX key into the driver’s side door lock cylinder. Turn the key to the “unlock” position five times in rapid succession, within a ten-second timeframe. After correctly performing this step, the Driver Information Center (DIC) screen inside your vehicle will display the message “REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.”
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First Wait Period: Now, you need to wait patiently for ten minutes. During this time, the DIC will continue to display “REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.” After the ten-minute period elapses, the DIC message will change to “PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN.” Once you see this new message, press the ignition button (without starting the engine – just press it briefly). The DIC screen will revert back to displaying “REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.”
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Repeat Wait Periods: You must repeat step 2 two more times. This means waiting another ten minutes, observing the “PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN” message, and pressing the ignition button, and then repeating this cycle one final time. It is crucial to complete this step a total of three times. After the third cycle, all previously programmed key fobs will be cleared from the vehicle’s memory. This is a normal part of the process, ensuring only the key fobs you are currently programming will work with your 2013 Cadillac SRX. The DIC should now display “READY FOR REMOTE # 1”.
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Place New Key Fob in Transmitter Pocket: Locate the transmitter pocket inside your 2013 Cadillac SRX. It’s situated within the center console storage area, between the driver and front passenger seats. Open the storage compartment and lift up the storage tray to access the transmitter pocket underneath. Place your new, unprogrammed key fob into this pocket.
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Program the New Key Fob: With the new key fob placed in the transmitter pocket, press the ignition button one more time. When the key fob is successfully programmed, the DIC display will confirm by showing a message indicating it is “READY FOR REMOTE # 2” (or #3, etc., depending on how many key fobs you are programming). This confirms that the first key fob has been successfully learned by your vehicle.
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Final Step: Remove the newly programmed key fob from the transmitter pocket. To finalize the programming and test the new key fob, press either the “lock” or “unlock” button on the fob. Your 2013 Cadillac SRX should respond accordingly, confirming the successful programming of your new key fob.
By following these steps, you can easily program a new 2013 Cadillac Srx Key Fob Replacement without the need for specialized tools or dealership assistance. Enjoy the convenience of your newly programmed key fob!
