Lost or broken your Pontiac G6 key fob? Replacing it doesn’t have to mean an expensive trip to the dealership. You can actually program a new key fob for your Pontiac G6 right at home, saving you time and money. This guide provides simple, step-by-step instructions to get your new key fob working with your car’s remote keyless entry system. No need to pay hefty locksmith or dealer fees – let’s get you back in control of your Pontiac G6 quickly and easily.
Before you begin, ensure you have your new, compatible key fob for your Pontiac G6 and access to your vehicle’s fuse panel. The programming process is straightforward and doesn’t require any special tools, making it a perfect DIY project for any Pontiac G6 owner.
Step-by-Step Guide to Programming Your Pontiac G6 Key Fob
Follow these instructions carefully to successfully program your new key fob. Remember to perform these steps inside your Pontiac G6.
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Prepare Your Vehicle: Sit in the driver’s seat (or passenger seat for easier access to the fuse panel). Remove the ignition key from the ignition. Ensure all doors on your Pontiac G6 are fully closed.
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Locate and Remove the MALL PGM Fuse: Find the fuse panel, typically located inside the vehicle, often under the dashboard or in the glove compartment. Consult your Pontiac G6 owner’s manual for the precise location of the fuse panel and the MALL PGM fuse. Once located, carefully remove the MALL PGM fuse.
Alt text: Location of the fuse box in a Pontiac G6, highlighting the area where the MALL PGM fuse is typically found.
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Ignition Cycle: Insert your key into the ignition cylinder and turn it to the ACC (Accessory) position. Immediately turn the ignition OFF, and then back to the ACC position again within one second.
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Door Activation and Chime: Open and then close any door on your Pontiac G6. Listen carefully for a chime sound. This chime indicates that your Pontiac G6’s remote control door lock receiver has entered programming mode. If you don’t hear a chime, repeat steps 1 through 4.
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Transmitter Synchronization: Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on your new key fob simultaneously for approximately 14 seconds. After about 7 seconds, you may hear a chime confirming synchronization. Continue holding for the full 14 seconds until you hear a second chime, confirming successful programming of the key fob.
Alt text: Close-up of a Pontiac G6 key fob, emphasizing the Lock and Unlock buttons that need to be pressed during the programming sequence.
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Program Additional Key Fobs (Optional): If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat step 5 for each one. You can program up to four key fobs for your Pontiac G6.
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Final Steps and Testing: Remove the key from the ignition. Reinstall the MALL PGM fuse back into its original location in the fuse panel. Now, test each of your programmed key fobs to ensure they properly lock and unlock your Pontiac G6 doors remotely.
You’ve Successfully Programmed Your Pontiac G6 Key Fob!
By following these steps, you’ve successfully programmed a new key fob for your Pontiac G6, avoiding unnecessary expenses. Enjoy the convenience of your remote keyless entry system once again. This simple DIY procedure puts you back in control without the need for professional assistance.
