Lost your Honda Civic key fob or bought a replacement? Reprogramming it yourself can save you time and money compared to a dealership visit. This guide provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions to reprogram your Honda Civic key fob, getting you back on the road quickly.
Before you begin, ensure your key fob has свежие batteries and that your Honda Civic’s power locks are functioning correctly manually. The programming process is straightforward and can typically be completed in under a minute.
Here’s how to reprogram your Honda Civic key fob:
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Get Inside and Close Up: Enter your Honda Civic and make sure all doors, the hood, and the trunk are completely closed. This is crucial for the system to enter programming mode.
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Ignition Cycling and Button Press:
- Insert your key into the ignition switch.
- Turn the ignition to the ON position (just before starting the engine, where the dashboard lights illuminate).
- Press the LOCK button on the key fob you wish to program.
- Turn the ignition back to the OFF position.
- Repeat this ON, LOCK, OFF sequence three more times, for a total of four cycles (ON-LOCK-OFF, ON-LOCK-OFF, ON-LOCK-OFF, ON-LOCK-OFF).
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Check for Lock Cycle: On the fourth ON-LOCK sequence, the power locks should cycle (you’ll hear them lock and unlock). This indicates the system has entered programming mode. If the locks cycle, proceed to the next step immediately. If they don’t, repeat step 2 ensuring each step is performed correctly and promptly.
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Transmitter Programming:
- Once the locks have cycled, press the LOCK button on each key fob you want to program, including any previously working fobs. Press the button on each fob one at a time.
- After pressing the button on each fob, you should hear the power locks cycle again, confirming that each transmitter has been accepted by the system.
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Final Steps:
- Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key from the ignition.
- Test each key fob to ensure they are successfully programmed by pressing the lock and unlock buttons and verifying the power locks respond.
Image: Step-by-step instructions for Honda Civic key fob reprogramming, detailing ignition and button press sequence.
Troubleshooting Tips:
- Red Light Check: Ensure the red light on your key fob illuminates when you press a button. If not, replace the battery. A weak battery can prevent successful programming.
- Fuse Check: If the programming sequence doesn’t work, check fuses #10 (7.5 amp) in the dash fuse box and #9 (10 amp) in the engine compartment fuse box. A blown fuse can interrupt the keyless entry system.
By following these steps, you should be able to reprogram your Honda Civic key fob quickly and easily. If you continue to experience issues, it may be necessary to consult a qualified automotive technician or your Honda dealership for further assistance.
