Lost or need to replace your 2009 Chevy Impala key fob? Don’t worry, programming a new key fob for your 2009 Chevrolet Impala can be done right at home. This guide provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions for programming your 2009 Impala key fob, whether your vehicle is equipped with a driver information center or not. Follow these simple steps to get your new or replacement key fob working quickly.
Procedure 1: Programming with Driver Information Center
This procedure applies to 2009 Chevy Impala models that are equipped with a driver information center (DIC). You can identify this by the presence of buttons on your steering wheel, one of which will have an “i” symbol. If your vehicle has this, follow these steps:
- Ignition On: Insert your key into the ignition. Turn the key to the “ON” position. Make sure you do not start the engine.
- Access Relearn Remote Key: Press the Information button on your steering wheel repeatedly. Cycle through the menu options until you see “Relearn Remote Key” displayed on the DIC screen.
- Initiate Learning Mode: Once “Relearn Remote Key” is displayed, press and hold the set/reset button (this button usually has a checkmark symbol). Continue holding the button until the DIC screen changes to “Remote Key Learning Active”. This indicates that your Impala is now in programming mode and ready to learn the new key fob.
- Program Key Fob: Take the key fob you wish to program. Press and hold both the Lock and Unlock buttons simultaneously. Keep holding them until the vehicle’s system chimes twice. This chime confirms that the key fob has been successfully programmed.
- Program Additional Remotes (If Necessary): If you have more key fobs to program, including any existing remotes, repeat step 4 immediately for each additional remote. It’s crucial to program all remotes you intend to use during this step, as the system may erase previously programmed remotes.
- Exit Programming Mode: Turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position. This will exit the key fob programming mode. Test all programmed key fobs to ensure they are working correctly with your 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Procedure 2: Programming Without Driver Information Center
If your 2009 Chevrolet Impala does not have a driver information center, you can still program your key fob using a slightly different procedure. Here’s how:
- Ignition On: Insert the ignition key and turn it to the “ON” position. Do not start the engine.
- Access Relearn Remote Key: Locate the trip odometer reset button, typically found on the instrument panel near the speedometer. Press and release this button repeatedly until you see “Relearn Remote Key” appear in the display.
- Initiate Learning Mode: Press and hold the trip odometer reset button. Keep it pressed until the display changes to “Remote Key Learning Active”. Your vehicle is now in the remote programming mode.
- Program Key Fob: Take the key fob you are programming and press and hold both the Lock and Unlock buttons at the same time. Continue holding until the vehicle chimes to indicate successful programming.
- Program Additional Remotes (If Needed): If you have other key fobs to program, repeat step 4 for each one, including any previously working remotes. All remotes that need to work with your vehicle must be programmed in this session.
- Exit Programming Mode: Turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position to exit the programming sequence. Test each key fob to verify that programming was successful.
Important Note: If you experience any issues with your existing key fobs after programming a new one, it’s likely that not all remotes were programmed during the same session. Remember to program all key fobs you intend to use in step 4 of either procedure to ensure all of them function correctly.
If you encounter difficulties programming your 2009 Impala key fob, or prefer professional assistance, you can search for a qualified key fob installer in your local area. Simply enter your city or zip code in an online search engine to find local automotive locksmiths or service centers that can help.
