Losing or damaging your car key fob can be a real hassle, but for your 2003 Honda CRV, programming a new or replacement key fob doesn’t have to be complicated. This guide provides you with straightforward instructions to program your 2003 Honda CRV key fob yourself, saving you time and potentially money compared to dealership programming.
Step-by-Step Programming Instructions
Before you begin, remember that entering programming mode will erase all previously programmed remotes. Therefore, you will need to reprogram all of your key fobs during this process. Ensure you have all remotes you intend to use ready before starting. It’s also crucial to complete each step within 5 seconds of the last to prevent the system from exiting programming mode prematurely.
Here’s how to program your 2003 Honda CRV key fob:
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Turn the Ignition ON: Insert your key into the ignition and turn it to the ON position (II). This is the position just before you would start the engine, where the dashboard lights are illuminated.
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Press Lock or Unlock Button: On one of your key fobs (it can be a new, unprogrammed fob), press either the LOCK or UNLOCK button.
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Turn the Ignition OFF: Turn the ignition key back to the LOCK (0) position.
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Repeat the Cycle Twice: Repeat steps 1, 2, and 3 two more times, using the same key fob you used in step 2. This means you will have completed the sequence of ON, button press, OFF a total of three times.
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Turn the Ignition ON Again: Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position one last time.
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Confirm Programming Mode: Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the same key fob used in step 2. Listen and watch for the power door locks to cycle (lock and then unlock). This confirms that your 2003 Honda CRV has successfully entered programming mode.
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Program Each Remote: Now, for each key fob you wish to program (including the one you’ve been using), press the LOCK or UNLOCK button. After pressing a button on each remote, the power door locks should cycle again, indicating that the system has accepted and programmed that specific remote.
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Exit Programming Mode: Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. This will exit the programming mode.
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Test Your Remotes: Test each programmed key fob to ensure it correctly locks and unlocks your 2003 Honda CRV.
By following these steps carefully, you should be able to successfully program your 2003 Honda CRV key fobs. This DIY method offers a convenient way to manage your keyless entry system right at home.
