Having trouble with your 2010 Cadillac SRX key fob? Whether you need to program a new key fob or reprogram an existing one, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the process. As experts in automotive key fob programming, we at keyfobprog.com understand the frustration of key fob issues. This article provides clear, easy-to-follow instructions to get your 2010 Srx Key Fob working again. We’ll cover two common scenarios: programming a new key fob when you already have a working remote, and what to do when you’ve lost all your remotes.
Programming a 2010 SRX Key Fob with a Working Remote
If you currently have a functioning key fob for your 2010 Cadillac SRX and want to add or program a second one, follow these steps:
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Ensure Your Vehicle is Off: Begin by turning off your Cadillac SRX completely. Make sure the engine is not running and the vehicle is in park.
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Locate Your Working Remote: Place your currently working key fob in the vehicle’s cupholder for easy access and recognition by the system. Have your new, unprogrammed key fob ready in your hand.
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Use the Driver’s Side Door Lock Cylinder: Insert the physical key portion of your working remote into the key lock cylinder located on the exterior of your driver’s side door.
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Turn the Key to Unlock Repeatedly: Turn the key in the door lock cylinder to the unlock position five times within a ten-second timeframe. It’s crucial to perform these turns quickly and within the specified time.
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Observe the Driver Information Center (DIC): After successfully turning the key, the Driver Information Center (DIC) display in your instrument cluster will show a message. This message will indicate that the system is “Ready to Learn Electronic key #2, 3, 4 ETC.” This confirms that your SRX has entered the key fob programming mode.
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Position the New Remote in the Transmitter Pocket: Now, take your new, unprogrammed key fob and place it into the transmitter pocket. This pocket is located inside the center console, between the driver and front passenger seats. To access it, you’ll need to open the center console storage area and lift up the storage tray inside to reveal the transmitter pocket. Ensure the buttons on the new remote are facing the front of the vehicle when placing it in the pocket.
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Press the Ignition Button: With the new key fob placed in the transmitter pocket, press the ignition button on your Cadillac SRX. Do not start the engine; just press the button as if you were going to turn on the accessory power. The system will recognize the new remote. Once the remote is successfully learned, the DIC display will update to show that it is “ready to program the next remote.”
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Remove and Test the New Remote: Take the newly programmed key fob out of the transmitter pocket. Press the “unlock” button on the new remote to test if it has been successfully programmed. The doors should unlock, confirming successful programming.
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Program Additional Remotes (If Needed): If you have more key fobs to program, repeat steps 6 through 8 for each additional remote.
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Exit Programming Mode: Once you have programmed all desired key fobs, exit the programming mode by pressing and holding the ignition button for ten seconds. This will finalize the programming process.
Programming a 2010 SRX Key Fob When You Have No Working Remotes
If you have lost all your key fobs for your 2010 Cadillac SRX, don’t worry. You can still program new ones, though the process is slightly longer and requires a wait time for security reasons. Here’s how to program a 2010 SRX key fob with no existing working remotes:
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Vehicle Off: Ensure your Cadillac SRX is completely turned off.
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Driver’s Door Lock Cylinder: Insert the key into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver’s door.
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Turn Key to Unlock Repeatedly: Turn the key to the unlock position five times within ten seconds, just like in the previous procedure.
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“REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT” Message: The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display the message “REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.” This indicates that the system is initiating the remote learning process but requires a security delay since there are no recognized remotes.
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Wait Ten Minutes and Press Ignition: Wait for a full ten minutes. After ten minutes, the DIC display will change to “PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN.” At this point, press the ignition button once (again, do not start the engine). The DIC will revert to showing “REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.”
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Repeat Wait and Ignition Press Twice More: Repeat step 5 two additional times. This means you will go through the ten-minute wait and ignition press sequence a total of three times. After the third cycle, all previously known remotes (if any were still registered in the system’s memory) will be erased. The DIC display should now show “READY FOR REMOTE #1”.
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Place New Remote in Transmitter Pocket: Place your new, unprogrammed key fob into the transmitter pocket located in the center console, just as described in step 6 of the “Programming with a Working Remote” section. Ensure the buttons are facing the front of the vehicle.
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Press Ignition Button: Press the ignition button. The system will learn the new remote, and the DIC will display “ready to program the next remote” when successful.
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Remove and Test New Remote: Remove the programmed key fob from the transmitter pocket and press the “unlock” button to verify it works.
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Program Additional Remotes (Optional): If you have more remotes to program, repeat steps 7 through 9 for each additional remote.
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Exit Programming Mode: To finalize the process and exit the programming mode, press and hold the ignition button for ten seconds.
By following these detailed instructions, you can successfully program your 2010 Cadillac SRX key fob, regaining full access and convenience. If you encounter any difficulties or prefer professional assistance, consult a certified automotive locksmith or your local Cadillac dealership.
