Lost your 2002 Acura Tl Key Fob or need to program a new replacement? Don’t worry, programming your key fob for your 2002 Acura TL can be a straightforward process you can complete yourself at home. This guide provides you with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions to get your key fob programmed and working with your vehicle in no time.
Before you begin, it’s important to understand that entering programming mode will erase all previously programmed key fobs. This means you’ll need to reprogram all of your key fobs during this session, not just the new one. Make sure you have all the key fobs you intend to use with your 2002 Acura TL ready before starting the process. Also, ensure you can complete each step within 4 seconds of the last to prevent the system from exiting programming mode prematurely, and program all remotes within 10 seconds of each other once in programming mode.
Here’s how to program your 2002 Acura TL key fob:
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Turn the Ignition to ON (II) Position: Insert your key into the ignition switch and turn it to the “ON” position. This is the position right before you would start the engine. The dashboard lights should be illuminated.
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Press the Lock or Unlock Button: Within 4 seconds of turning the ignition to the ON position, press the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on one of your key fobs. It doesn’t matter if the fob is already programmed or not for this step.
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Turn the Ignition to LOCK (0) Position: Within 4 seconds of pressing the button, turn the ignition switch back to the “LOCK” (or “OFF”) position. This is the position where you can remove your key.
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Turn the Ignition Back to ON (II) Position: Again, within 4 seconds, quickly turn the ignition switch back to the “ON” (II) position.
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Repeat Steps 2-4 Two More Times: Repeat the sequence of pressing the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button and turning the ignition from “ON” to “LOCK” and back to “ON” two more times. You will be using the same key fob and buttons throughout these repetitions.
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Press the Lock or Unlock Button (Confirmation): Within 4 seconds of the last ignition cycle, press the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on the same key fob one more time. If you have successfully entered programming mode, you should hear the power door locks cycle (lock and then unlock). This confirms that your 2002 Acura TL is now in key fob programming mode.
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Program the First Key Fob: Within 10 seconds of the door locks cycling, press the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on the key fob you are currently programming. The door locks should cycle again to confirm that this key fob has been successfully programmed.
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Program Remaining Key Fobs: If you have additional key fobs to program, within 10 seconds of programming the first one, press the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on each of the remaining key fobs, one after another. Ensure the door locks cycle after each button press to confirm successful programming of each fob.
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Exit Programming Mode: Once you have programmed all desired key fobs, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” (0) position to exit programming mode.
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Test Your Key Fobs: Remove the key from the ignition and test all of your newly programmed key fobs to ensure they are working correctly by pressing the “LOCK”, “UNLOCK”, and “PANIC” buttons to verify the functions.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your 2002 Acura TL key fobs. If you encounter any issues or if the programming doesn’t seem to work, double-check each step and ensure you are completing them within the time limits specified. If you are still having trouble, it might be necessary to consult a professional automotive locksmith or your Acura dealer for assistance.
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