Programming your 2006 Chevy Cobalt Ss Key Fob can be a straightforward process if you follow the correct steps. This guide provides comprehensive instructions for programming your remote control door lock transmitter using a diagnostic scan tool. It’s important to note that up to 4 transmitters can be programmed to your vehicle. When programming, ensure you are not near other vehicles in keyless entry program mode to prevent accidental programming to the wrong vehicle. The order of programming is crucial; the first programmed transmitter becomes transmitter #1, the second becomes #2, and so on. Using the correct transmitter, especially if you have an aftermarket remote start system, is also vital.
Invalidating All Key Fobs
This procedure will erase all previously programmed key fobs from the vehicle’s memory. Use this when you want to start fresh or if you are unsure of how many key fobs are currently programmed.
- Connect a diagnostic scan tool to your Chevy Cobalt SS.
- Turn the ignition to the ON position, but do not start the engine.
- Using the scan tool, navigate to the “Body” menu.
- Select “Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR)” from the options.
- Go to “Module Setup” within the RCDLR menu.
- Choose “Program Key Fobs”.
- Select “Invalidate All” to erase all existing key fobs.
- Follow the on-screen prompts provided by the scan tool to complete the process.
Programming the Next Available Key Fob Slot
Incremental programming allows you to add a new key fob without deleting the currently programmed ones. This is useful when adding a spare key fob to your 2006 Chevy Cobalt SS. Remember, if all four slots are already programmed, you’ll need to use the “Invalidate All” procedure first.
- Install a diagnostic scan tool to your vehicle’s diagnostic port.
- Turn the ignition to the ON position with the engine off.
- With the scan tool, select the “Body” system.
- Choose “Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR)” within the Body menu.
- Select “Module Setup”.
- Select “Program Key Fobs” from the Module Setup options.
- Choose “Next Available Slot” to program the key fob into the next open slot.
- Carefully follow the instructions displayed on the scan tool’s screen.
- Once programming is complete, disconnect the scan tool.
- Exit the vehicle and test all key fob functions to ensure proper operation of the system.
Programming a Specific Key Fob Slot
Transmitter slot programming lets you program a new key fob to a specific slot, replacing the key fob that was originally programmed to that slot. This is helpful if you want to replace a lost or damaged specific key fob for your 2006 Chevy Cobalt SS.
- Connect a scan tool to the diagnostic connector of your Chevy Cobalt SS.
- Turn the ignition ON, ensuring the engine is not running.
- Using the scan tool interface, select the “Body” control system.
- Navigate to and select “Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR)”.
- Enter the “Module Setup” menu.
- Select “Program Key Fobs”.
- Choose the specific key fob slot you wish to program.
- Follow the on-screen instructions provided by the scan tool to program the key fob to the selected slot.
- Remove the scan tool after successful programming.
- Exit the vehicle and verify that all functions of the newly programmed transmitter are working correctly to confirm successful system operation.
