Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your 2009 Chevy Silverado? You’re in the right place. Programming your key fob yourself can save you time and money compared to dealership services. This guide provides comprehensive, easy-to-follow instructions for programming your 2009 Chevy Silverado key fob, ensuring you regain full access and control of your vehicle quickly.
This guide caters to both versions of the 2009 Chevy Silverado, whether your truck is equipped with Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons or not. Follow the procedure that matches your vehicle’s setup to successfully program your key fob.
Programming Instructions for 2009 Chevy Silverado with Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons
If your 2009 Chevy Silverado has Driver Information Center buttons on the steering wheel, use this method. This system utilizes the vehicle’s onboard computer to enter programming mode. Refer to your Owner’s Manual, specifically the Driver Information Center section, for further details on your DIC button functions.
Step 1: Vehicle and Key Position
Begin by inserting your Silverado key into the ignition. Turn the key to the “ON” position. This is the position right before you would crank the engine to start. Ensure you are in the “ON” position to access the Driver Information Center menu.
Step 2: Accessing the Relearn Remote Key Menu
Using the vehicle information button, typically depicted as a car or vehicle outline, press it repeatedly. Cycle through the Driver Information Center menu options until you see the message “PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY” displayed on the screen.
Step 3: Entering Remote Key Learning Mode
Once “PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY” is displayed, press the “set/reset” button. This button is usually used to reset trip odometers or other settings. Pressing it now will initiate the key fob programming sequence. The display should change to “REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE”, indicating that your Silverado is now ready to learn the new key fob signal.
Step 4: Programming the Key Fob
Take your key fob remote. Simultaneously press and hold down both the “lock” and “unlock” buttons. Keep both buttons pressed for approximately 15 seconds. After holding for the required time, you should hear a chime sound. This audible chime confirms that the key fob has been successfully programmed to your 2009 Chevy Silverado.
Step 5: Programming Additional Remotes (Optional)
If you need to program additional key fobs, repeat Step 4 immediately. The system remains in learning mode, allowing you to program multiple remotes in sequence. A 2009 Chevy Silverado can accommodate up to a maximum of eight key fobs programmed to a single vehicle.
Step 6: Exiting Programming Mode and Testing
To finalize the programming process, turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key from the ignition. Now, test each programmed key fob to ensure they properly lock and unlock the doors and activate other remote functions of your 2009 Chevy Silverado.
Programming Instructions for 2009 Chevy Silverado without Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons
If your 2009 Chevy Silverado model does not have Driver Information Center buttons, you will use the trip odometer reset stem to navigate the programming sequence. Ensure your vehicle is in Park (P) and the key is in the “ON” position (engine not started) before beginning.
Step 1: Accessing Relearn Remote Key Display
Locate the trip odometer reset stem on your instrument panel. Press this stem repeatedly until the Driver Information Center display shows “RELEARN REMOTE KEY”. This might require several presses to cycle through the available display options.
Step 2: Activating Remote Key Learning Mode
Once “RELEARN REMOTE KEY” is displayed, press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for approximately three seconds. After holding for three seconds, the message on the display will change to “REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE”. This indicates your Silverado is now in key fob programming mode and ready to learn a new remote signal.
Step 3: Programming the Key Fob
Take the key fob you wish to program. Press and hold both the “lock” and “unlock” buttons on the key fob simultaneously for about 15 seconds. Listen for a chime sound from your vehicle. This chime is the confirmation that the key fob has been successfully programmed to your 2009 Chevy Silverado.
Step 4: Programming Additional Remotes (Optional)
To program more key fobs, repeat Step 3 immediately. The system stays in learning mode, allowing you to program multiple remotes. You can program up to eight key fobs for your 2009 Chevy Silverado.
Step 5: Exiting Programming Mode and Testing
To exit the programming mode, turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key. Thoroughly test each programmed key fob to confirm it correctly operates the door locks and other remote functions of your 2009 Chevy Silverado.
Image alt text: Step 1 of 2009 Chevy Silverado key fob programming: Inserting the ignition key and turning it to the ON position in a Chevrolet Silverado.
Image alt text: Step 4 of 2009 Chevy Silverado key fob programming: Holding down the lock and unlock buttons simultaneously on a key fob remote for a Chevrolet Silverado.
By following these straightforward steps, you can easily program your 2009 Chevy Silverado key fob. This do-it-yourself approach empowers you to manage your vehicle’s keyless entry system efficiently. If you require a replacement key fob for your Chevy Silverado or other vehicles, visit Keylessentryremotefob.com for a wide selection of key fobs and remotes.
