Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your 2010 Chevrolet Impala? Don’t worry, programming your key fob can often be done right at home without a trip to the dealership. This guide provides you with clear, easy-to-follow instructions for 2010 Chevy Impala key fob programming, ensuring you regain control and convenience quickly. Whether your Impala is equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC) or not, we’ve got you covered with two straightforward procedures.
Procedure #1: For 2010 Impala Models With Driver Information Center (DIC)
This procedure applies to 2010 Chevy Impalas that feature a Driver Information Center. You can identify this by looking for buttons on your steering wheel that include an “i” symbol. The DIC allows for in-vehicle customization and information display, including key fob programming.
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Ignition Start: Insert your Chevrolet Impala key into the ignition. Turn the key to the “ON” position. This means turning the key forward as far as it will go without actually starting the engine. Ensure the car is not started, only the electrical system is active.
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Access Relearn Remote Key Menu: Locate the “Information” button on your steering wheel. Press this button repeatedly. Cycle through the Driver Information Center menus until you see “Relearn Remote Key” displayed on the screen.
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Initiate Learning Mode: Once “Relearn Remote Key” is displayed, press the “set/reset” button. This button is typically marked with a checkmark symbol. Press and hold it until the display changes to “Remote Key Learning Active”. The vehicle is now in programming mode, ready to learn your key fob signal.
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Program Key Fob: Take the key fob you wish to program. Simultaneously press and hold both the “Lock” and “Unlock” buttons on the fob. Continue holding them until the vehicle emits two chimes. These chimes are your confirmation that the key fob has been successfully programmed. If you have additional key fobs (new or existing) that you want to use with your 2010 Impala, repeat this step 4 immediately for each fob. It is crucial to program all fobs you intend to use in this step, as the system clears previous programming.
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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 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Procedure #2: For 2010 Impala Models Without Driver Information Center
If your 2010 Chevy Impala does not have the Driver Information Center buttons on the steering wheel, you will use the trip odometer reset button to navigate the programming sequence.
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Ignition On (Engine Off): Insert the ignition key into your 2010 Chevrolet Impala and turn it to the “ON” position. Again, do not start the engine. Just turn the key to activate the vehicle’s electronics.
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Access Relearn Remote Key: Locate the trip odometer reset button, usually found on the instrument panel near the speedometer. Press and release this button repeatedly until the display shows “Relearn Remote Key”.
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Activate Learning Mode: Once “Relearn Remote Key” is displayed, press and hold the trip odometer reset button. Keep holding the button down until the display changes to “Remote Key Learning Active”. The vehicle is now ready to learn the key fob signal.
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Program Key Fob: Take the key fob to be programmed and press and hold both the “Lock” and “Unlock” buttons simultaneously. Hold these buttons until the vehicle chimes twice. These chimes indicate successful programming of the key fob. If you have more key fobs to program, repeat this step 4 immediately for each one, including any existing fobs you want to continue using. Programming all desired remotes in one session is essential.
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Finish Programming: Turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position. This action will take your 2010 Chevy Impala out of the key fob programming mode. Test each of your programmed remotes to confirm they are now working with your vehicle.
Important Note: If any of your existing key fobs stop working after performing these programming steps, it means you likely did not program all of them during step 4 of either procedure. When programming, you must program all key fobs you intend to use, new and old, in a single programming session.
By following these procedures, you should be able to successfully program your 2010 Chevy Impala key fob. Enjoy the convenience of your keyless entry system! If you encounter any difficulties or prefer professional assistance, you can search online for local key fob programming services in your area.
