Experiencing the frustration of a disintegrating OEM Pontiac Gto Key Fob can be incredibly inconvenient, especially when it happens at the most inopportune moment. Imagine being stranded because your key fob gives way, leaving you unable to start your car and triggering the alarm in the process. This was exactly the predicament faced by one Pontiac GTO owner when their original key fob decided to retire unexpectedly. A call to the local GMC/Buick dealership only added insult to injury, revealing that the part was discontinued and the situation deemed “absurd,” with a suggestion to simply discard the vehicle.
However, despair not, fellow GTO enthusiasts! The internet, a treasure trove of solutions, came to the rescue. After some online searching, a source was discovered offering OEM key fobs, acquired directly from Ausland. These replacement fobs could be programmed using the standard instructions readily available in online forums dedicated to Pontiac GTOs. Despite the car alarm being active, indicated by a peculiar “alarm override by hotwire” message on the instrument cluster, the programming process proved successful. To avoid the hassle of key cutting, the owner ingeniously transplanted their original, cut key into the new fob housing. The result? The GTO started flawlessly, just like before.
For those facing similar key fob dilemmas, a reliable source for these OEM replacement fobs is available online. This particular vendor provides a complete setup, including a new OEM Holden Monaro remote (identical in function to the Pontiac version, with only a logo difference), an uncut OEM key blank, and the necessary screws for assembly.
Complete OEM Pontiac GTO Key Fob
Complete NEW OEM 2004 2005 2006 Pontiac GTO Key Fob Remote (Monaro logo)/ Key | eBay
Don’t let a broken key fob relegate your Pontiac GTO to the scrap heap. A viable and readily available solution exists, ensuring you can keep enjoying your ride.
