Lost your key fob for your 2006 Pontiac G6? Replacing a key fob can often seem like a costly and inconvenient process, typically involving a trip to the dealership or an expensive locksmith. However, programming a new key fob for your 2006 Pontiac G6 can be a surprisingly straightforward task you can accomplish yourself, saving you both time and money. This guide provides you with easy-to-follow instructions to program your 06 Pontiac G6 Key Fob, allowing you to regain remote access to your vehicle quickly and efficiently.
Step-by-Step Guide to Programming Your 2006 Pontiac G6 Key Fob
Before you begin, ensure you have all your key fobs (both old and new) that you wish to program. It’s important to program all of your key fobs at the same time because the programming process will erase any previously programmed fobs. Here’s how to program your 06 Pontiac G6 key fob:
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Get Comfortable in the Driver’s Seat: Sit in the driver’s seat of your Pontiac G6. While the instructions mention the driver’s seat, some find it easier to perform these steps from the front passenger seat for fuse access.
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Remove the Key from the Ignition: Make sure the ignition key is removed from the ignition lock cylinder.
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Close All Doors: Ensure 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. Consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual if you’re unsure of its location. Identify and remove the MALL PGM fuse from the fuse panel. This fuse is related to the Remote Control Door Lock Receiver.
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Turn Ignition to ACC Position: Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the ACC (Accessory) position.
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Cycle Ignition ACC and OFF: Turn the ignition lock cylinder OFF, and then quickly back to the ACC position within one second.
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Open and Close the Door: Open and then close any vehicle door. This action signals the system to enter programming mode.
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Listen for the Chime: 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, repeat steps 1 through 7 again.
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Program the First Transmitter: Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the first key fob transmitter simultaneously for approximately 14 seconds. After about 7 seconds, you might hear a chime confirming synchronization, and after 14 seconds, another chime should confirm successful programming of this fob.
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Program Additional Transmitters: If you have more key fobs to program, repeat step 9 for each additional transmitter. Remember to do this immediately after programming the first one and within the programming mode timeframe.
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Remove Key and Reinstall Fuse: Remove the ignition key from the ignition lock cylinder. Then, locate the MALL PGM fuse you removed earlier and install it back into its position in the fuse panel.
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Test Your Key Fobs: Validate that all the key fobs you programmed are working correctly by testing the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on each fob to ensure they properly control the door locks.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your 2006 Pontiac G6 key fob without needing special tools or professional assistance. This DIY method can save you a significant amount compared to dealership or locksmith programming fees, getting you back on the road with a functioning key fob quickly and affordably.
