Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your 2008 Pontiac G6? Instead of heading straight to a dealership and paying a hefty price, you might be able to program it yourself. This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to program your key fob for your 2008 Pontiac G6, potentially saving you time and money.
Before you begin, it’s important to understand a few things: This procedure is designed for adding or reprogramming key fobs. If you are programming a new key for the ignition, that usually requires different procedures and potentially a locksmith or dealership. Also, this method may erase all previously programmed key fobs, so you’ll need to reprogram all of them at once. Make sure you have all your key fobs ready before starting.
Here’s how to program your 2008 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. Some find it easier to actually perform these steps from the front passenger seat, so choose whichever is more comfortable for you.
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Remove the Key from the Ignition: 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 fully closed.
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Locate and Remove the MALL PGM Fuse: Find the fuse panel in your Pontiac G6. Consult your owner’s manual if you are unsure of its location. Identify and remove the MALL PGM fuse from this panel. This fuse is related to the Remote Control Door Lock Receiver.
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Turn Ignition to ACC: Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the ACC (Accessory) position. This is usually the first position when you turn the key.
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Cycle Ignition ACC to OFF and Back: Turn the ignition lock cylinder OFF, and then quickly back to the ACC position within one second. This needs to be a swift motion.
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Open and Close Any Door: Open and then close any door on your vehicle. It doesn’t matter which door you choose.
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Listen for the Chime: At this point, you should hear a chime. This chime indicates that the remote control door lock receiver has entered programming/diagnostic mode. If you do not hear a chime, you will need to go back to step 1 and carefully repeat the process.
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Program the Transmitter: Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the key fob you want to program simultaneously for approximately 14 seconds. After about 7 seconds, you may hear a chime confirming synchronization, and after 14 seconds another chime confirming successful programming.
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Repeat for Additional Fobs: If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat step 9 for each one. Remember, you need to program all of your key fobs during this session as the system may have cleared previous programming.
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Remove Key and Reinstall Fuse: Remove the ignition key from the ignition lock cylinder. Locate the MALL PGM fuse you removed earlier and reinstall it back into its slot in the fuse panel.
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Test Your Key Fobs: Thoroughly test all programmed key fobs to ensure they are working correctly. Check the lock, unlock, and any other functions your fob may have, such as remote start or trunk release, to confirm successful programming.
Alt text: Close up of a 2008 Pontiac G6 key fob featuring lock, unlock, and trunk release buttons, essential for remote vehicle access.
By following these instructions carefully, you should be able to program your 2008 Pontiac G6 key fob yourself. If you encounter issues or are unsure at any step, consulting your Pontiac G6 owner’s manual or seeking assistance from a qualified automotive locksmith or dealer is always recommended.
