Is your 2008 Chevrolet Silverado key fob not working? Or perhaps you’ve acquired a new key fob and need to get it programmed to your vehicle? Fortunately, programming a key fob for your 2008 Silverado is a straightforward process you can accomplish yourself, saving you a trip to the dealership. This guide provides easy-to-follow instructions for programming your 08 Silverado key fob, whether your truck is equipped with Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons or not.
Programming Your 2008 Silverado Key Fob with DIC Buttons
If your Chevrolet Silverado has Driver Information Center buttons on the steering wheel, follow these steps to program your key fob:
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Turn the Ignition ON: Insert your key into the ignition and turn it to the “ON” position. This is the position right before you would start the engine. Ensure you can access the Driver Information Center display.
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Access Vehicle Information Menu: Press the vehicle information button repeatedly until you see the message “PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY” displayed on the Driver Information Center.
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Initiate Remote Learning Mode: Press and hold the set/reset button until the Driver Information Center displays “REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE”. The vehicle is now in programming mode.
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Program the First Key Fob: Take your first key fob remote and press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons simultaneously for approximately 15 seconds. You should hear a chime sound, indicating that the key fob has been successfully programmed.
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Program Additional Key Fobs (Optional): If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat step 4 immediately for each additional remote. A 2008 Chevrolet Silverado can have up to eight key fobs programmed to it.
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Exit Programming Mode: Once you have programmed all desired key fobs, turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key from the ignition.
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Test Your Key Fobs: Test each programmed key fob to ensure it is working correctly by pressing the lock and unlock buttons to verify the doors respond.
Programming Your 2008 Silverado Key Fob Without DIC Buttons
For 2008 Silverado models that are not equipped with Driver Information Center buttons, use this procedure:
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Prepare the Vehicle: Ensure your Silverado is in Park (P) and the ignition key is in the “ON” position. Turn the key as far as it will go without starting the engine.
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Enter Relearn Mode: Press and release the trip odometer reset stem repeatedly until “RELEARN REMOTE KEY” is displayed.
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Activate Remote Learning: Press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for approximately three seconds. The Driver Information Center (or instrument panel display) should show “REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE”. The vehicle is now ready to learn the new key fob.
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Program the First Remote: Take your first keyless remote, and press and hold the lock and unlock buttons at the same time for about 15 seconds. A chime will sound to confirm successful programming.
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Program Additional Remotes (Optional): If you have more remotes to program, repeat step 4 for each one. You can program up to a total of eight remotes for your 2008 Silverado.
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Exit Programming Mode and Test: Turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key. Test all programmed remotes to verify they are functioning as expected.
By following these straightforward steps, you can easily program your 2008 Chevy Silverado key fob and regain full remote access to your vehicle. If you require replacement key fobs, be sure to visit reputable online retailers specializing in keyless entry remotes to find the correct part for your Silverado.
