Lost or need to replace your 2006 Pontiac G6 key fob? Don’t rush to the dealership and spend a fortune. Programming a new key fob for your 2006 Pontiac G6 can be a straightforward process you can accomplish right at home, saving you both time and money. This guide provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions to program your key fob yourself.
Before you begin, ensure you have all the necessary key fobs you intend to use with your vehicle. This programming procedure will erase all previously programmed key fobs, so you’ll need to reprogram all of them at once. Let’s get started and get your key fob working again!
Follow these steps carefully to successfully program your 2006 Pontiac G6 key fob:
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Get Comfortable in the Driver’s Seat: While the original instructions mention the driver’s seat, many find it easier to perform these steps from the front passenger seat. Choose whichever is more comfortable for you to access the ignition and fuse panel.
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Remove the Ignition Key: Ensure the ignition key is completely removed from the ignition lock cylinder.
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Close All Doors: Make sure all doors of your Pontiac G6, including the trunk or hatch, are fully closed. This is crucial for the system to enter programming mode correctly.
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Locate and Remove the MALL PGM Fuse: The MALL PGM fuse is responsible for the Remote Control Door Lock Receiver. You’ll need to locate the fuse panel in your Pontiac G6. Refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual for the exact location of the fuse panel and the MALL PGM fuse. Once located, carefully remove the MALL PGM fuse.
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Turn Ignition to ACC Position: Insert your key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn it to the ACC (Accessory) position. This position powers on some of the car’s accessories without starting the engine.
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Cycle Ignition ACC and OFF: Quickly turn the ignition lock cylinder from the OFF position to the ACC position, and then back to OFF again, all within one second. This rapid cycling is part of the process to initiate programming mode.
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Open and Close Any Vehicle Door: Open and then close any door on your Pontiac G6. This action, combined with the previous steps, should trigger the system to enter programming mode.
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Listen for the Chime: Pay close attention. You should hear an audible chime sound. This chime indicates that the remote control door lock receiver has successfully entered the programming/diagnostic mode. If you do not hear a chime, double-check each step and repeat the process from step 1.
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Program the Transmitter(s): Take the key fob you want to program. Simultaneously press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the key fob for approximately 14 seconds. After about 7 seconds, you might hear a chime confirming synchronization, and around 14 seconds, another chime should confirm successful programming of that specific key fob.
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Program Additional Transmitters (If Necessary): If you have additional key fobs to program, immediately repeat step 9 for each additional transmitter. Remember, you must program all key fobs you want to use during this session as the system memory is erased at the beginning of the programming sequence. Up to 4 transmitters can be programmed.
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Remove Ignition Key: Once you have programmed all your desired key fobs, remove the ignition key from the ignition lock cylinder.
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Reinstall the MALL PGM Fuse: Go back to the fuse panel and carefully reinstall the MALL PGM fuse into its original location.
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Test Your Key Fobs: Thoroughly test all programmed key fobs to ensure they are working correctly. Check all buttons – LOCK, UNLOCK, and any other functions like trunk release or panic button – to confirm proper operation of the keyless entry system.
By following these steps, you should have successfully programmed your 2006 Pontiac G6 key fob without the need for expensive locksmith or dealership services. Enjoy the convenience of your working remote!
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