Lost or need to replace your 2009 Pontiac G6 key fob? Don’t want to pay dealership prices for programming a new remote? The good news is you can program a new key fob for your 2009 Pontiac G6 yourself, often saving a significant amount of money. This guide provides straightforward instructions to help you program your key fob without any special tools.
Before you begin, it’s important to understand a few key points about your 2009 Pontiac G6 key fob system. When you enter programming mode, the system will erase all previously programmed key fobs. This means you’ll need to program all of your key fobs, both old and new, during the same programming session. You can program up to four transmitters for your vehicle. Make sure you have all the key fobs you intend to use ready before starting.
Now, let’s get started with the programming process. Follow these steps carefully:
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Get Comfortable in the Driver’s Seat: Sit in the driver’s seat of your 2009 Pontiac G6. While the instructions mention the driver’s seat, some users find it easier to perform the next steps from the front passenger seat due to fuse panel accessibility.
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Remove the Ignition Key: Ensure the ignition key is removed from the ignition lock cylinder.
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Close All Doors: Make sure all doors of your Pontiac G6 are completely closed.
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Locate and Remove the MALL PGM Fuse: Find the fuse panel in your Pontiac G6. Refer to your owner’s manual for the exact location of the fuse panel and the MALL PGM fuse. Once located, carefully remove the MALL PGM fuse. This fuse is crucial for initiating the programming sequence.
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Turn Ignition to ACC: Insert your key into the ignition and turn it to the ACC (Accessory) position.
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Cycle Ignition ACC and OFF: Quickly turn the ignition lock cylinder from the ACC position to the OFF position, and then back to ACC again within one second. This rapid cycling is part of the process to enter programming mode.
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Open and Close Any Door: Open and then close any vehicle door. 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 a chime sound, indicating that the remote control door lock receiver has entered the programming/diagnostic mode. If you do not hear a chime, you will need to repeat steps 1 through 7 to ensure each step was performed correctly and in the right sequence.
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Program the Transmitter(s): Take the first key fob you want to program. Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons simultaneously for approximately 14 seconds. After about 7 seconds, you might hear a chime confirming synchronization. Around 14 seconds, another chime should sound, confirming successful programming of that key fob.
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Program Additional Transmitters (If Any): If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat step 9 for each one. Remember to program all your desired key fobs in this session as the previous programming has been erased.
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Remove Key and Reinstall Fuse: Remove the ignition key from the ignition lock cylinder. Go back to the fuse panel and reinstall the MALL PGM fuse you removed in step 4.
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Test Your Key Fobs: Validate that all the key fobs you programmed are working correctly. Test the LOCK, UNLOCK, and any other buttons on each fob to ensure they properly control the vehicle’s door locks and other keyless entry functions.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your 2009 Pontiac G6 key fob yourself. This DIY method can save you time and money compared to going to a dealership or locksmith for the same service. Always double-check each step and ensure you have correctly located the MALL PGM fuse for a smooth programming process.
