Is your 2003 Pontiac Vibe key fob no longer working, or did you recently replace it? Fortunately, programming a new key fob for your Pontiac Vibe is a straightforward process you can accomplish yourself at home, without needing to visit a dealership. This guide provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions to get your keyless entry system functioning again in no time.
Step-by-Step Programming Instructions
Before you begin, ensure you have your 2003 Pontiac Vibe nearby and your new, unprogrammed key fob. Follow these steps carefully and within the specified timeframes for successful programming:
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Preparation is Key: Begin with your Pontiac Vibe completely off. Remove the key from the ignition. Ensure the driver’s side door is open, and all other doors are closed and locked. The driver’s door should remain unlocked throughout the initial steps.
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Quick Key Insertion (Twice): Within 5 seconds, perform the following actions rapidly:
A. Insert your key into the ignition switch (do not turn it). Then, immediately pull the key out.
B. Again, insert the key into the ignition switch (do not turn it). And immediately pull the key out once more. -
Door Cycling and Key Insertion (First Set): You have 40 seconds to complete this sequence:
A. Close the driver’s side door, then open it again.
B. Close the driver’s side door once more, then open it again.
C. Insert the key into the ignition switch (do not turn it). Then, immediately pull the key out. -
Door Cycling and Key Insertion (Second Set): Within another 40 seconds, proceed with these steps:
A. Close the driver’s side door, and then open it.
B. Close the driver’s side door again, and then open it.
C. Insert the key into the ignition switch and this time, leave it in the ignition.
D. Close the driver’s door.
E. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position (do not start the engine), and then immediately turn it back to the “OFF” position.
F. Remove the key from the ignition. -
Confirmation of Programming Mode: Within 3 seconds after removing the key, listen for your power door locks. They should automatically lock and then unlock. This lock cycle indicates that your Pontiac Vibe has successfully entered programming mode. If you do not hear the locks cycle, return to step 1 and repeat the process carefully.
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Programming the Key Fob: You now have 40 seconds to program your key fob(s):
A. Press and hold both the “lock” and “unlock” buttons on your remote simultaneously for about 1.5 seconds.
B. Immediately after releasing both buttons, press and hold only the “lock” button for 2 seconds. Within 3 seconds, the door locks should cycle once (lock then unlock) to confirm successful programming of that remote. If the door locks cycle twice, it indicates the programming was not successful, and you should repeat steps A and B for that remote.
C. If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat steps A and B in step 6 for each additional remote.
By following these steps, you should have successfully programmed your 2003 Pontiac Vibe key fob. Test the remote to ensure all buttons are functioning correctly. If you encounter any issues, double-check each step and timing, and try the programming sequence again.
