Losing or damaging your car key fob can be a frustrating experience. Fortunately, for your 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, programming a new or existing key fob can often be done without special tools right in your driveway. This guide will walk you through the steps to program your 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix Key Fob, allowing you to regain keyless entry and the convenience it offers. You can program up to four transmitters to your vehicle, so if you have multiple drivers or want spares, this process will cover you.
Step-by-Step Guide to Programming Your 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix Key Fob
Before you begin, it’s important to understand that initiating the programming mode will erase all previously programmed key fobs. Therefore, you will need to program all of your key fobs, both old and new, during this process. Make sure you have all the key fobs you intend to use ready before starting.
Here’s how to program your 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix key fob:
- Get Comfortable in the Driver’s Seat: Begin by sitting in the driver’s seat of your 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. Ensure the ignition key is removed from the ignition lock cylinder.
- Close All Doors: Make sure all doors of your vehicle, including the trunk or liftgate, are completely closed.
- Remove the MALL PGM Fuse: Locate the fuse panel in your Pontiac Grand Prix. Refer to your owner’s manual if you are unsure of its location. Find and remove the MALL PGM fuse. This fuse is related to the মাল্টিপ্লেক্সড কন্ট্রোল সিস্টেম (Multiplexed Control System) and its removal is crucial for initiating the programming sequence.
- 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 your car’s electronics without starting the engine.
- Cycle Ignition ACC to OFF: Turn the ignition lock cylinder from the ACC position to the OFF position, and then quickly back to ACC within one second. This rapid cycling is part of the programming initiation.
- Open and Close the Driver’s Door: Open and then close the driver’s side door. This action signals the system to enter programming mode.
- Listen for the Chime: After closing the door, listen carefully for a chime. This chime indicates that the remote control door lock receiver has successfully entered the programming/diagnostic mode. If you do not hear a chime, you will need to repeat steps 1 through 6 to ensure each step was correctly performed.
- Program the Transmitter(s): Take the first key fob you want to program. Simultaneously press and hold down both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter for approximately 14 seconds. After about 7 seconds, you might hear a chime confirming synchronization, and after approximately 14 seconds, you should hear another chime confirming successful programming of that key fob.
- Repeat for Additional Transmitters: If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat step 8 for each one. Ensure you program all key fobs you want to use during this session, as the system memory is cleared at the start of programming.
- Remove Key and Reinstall Fuse: Once you have programmed all your desired key fobs, remove the ignition key from the ignition lock cylinder. Locate the MALL PGM fuse you removed earlier and reinstall it back into its original position in the fuse panel.
- Validate Programming: Test each programmed key fob to ensure it is working correctly. Press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons to confirm that the doors respond as expected. Refer to your Pontiac Grand Prix owner’s manual for detailed information on Keyless Entry System Operation if needed.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix key fob. This DIY process can save you time and money compared to dealership programming services. Enjoy the convenience of your functioning key fob once again!
