Is your 2005 Honda Element Key Fob no longer working, or did you purchase a replacement key fob and need to get it programmed? You’ve come to the right place. Programming your 2005 Honda Element key fob is a straightforward process you can accomplish right at home without any special tools. This guide will provide you with clear, step-by-step instructions to get your key fob working again in no time.
Before you begin, it’s important to note that when you enter programming mode, all previously programmed key fobs will be erased. Therefore, you will need to reprogram all of your key fobs during this session, not just the new one. Make sure you have all the key fobs you intend to use with your 2005 Honda Element present before starting the programming sequence. It’s also crucial to complete each step within 5 seconds of the previous one to prevent the system from exiting programming mode prematurely.
Here are the programming steps for your 2005 Honda Element key fob:
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Turn the Ignition to ON: Insert your key into the ignition and turn it to the ON (II) position. This is the position just before you would start the engine. The dashboard lights should be illuminated.
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Press the Lock or Unlock Button: Take one of your key fobs (it can be an unprogrammed or previously programmed remote) and press either the LOCK or UNLOCK button.
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Turn the Ignition to LOCK: Turn the ignition key back to the LOCK (0) position, which is the position where you can remove the key.
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Repeat Steps 1-3 Two More Times: Repeat steps 1, 2, and 3 two more times, using the same key fob you used in step 2. So, in total, you will cycle the ignition ON, press a button, and turn OFF three times in a row.
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Turn the Ignition to ON Again: Turn the ignition switch back to the ON (II) position one last time.
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Press the Lock or Unlock Button (Same Remote): Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the same remote you have been using throughout this process. If you have successfully entered programming mode, you should hear the power door locks cycle (lock and then unlock). This confirms that your 2005 Honda Element is now ready to learn new key fobs.
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Program Each Remote: Now, take each key fob you want to program (including the one you’ve been using) and press either the LOCK or UNLOCK button on each one. After pressing a button on each remote, you should hear the door locks cycle again, indicating that the system has accepted that remote’s signal.
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Turn the Ignition to LOCK to Exit: Once you have programmed all of your desired key fobs, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position to exit the programming mode.
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Test Your Remotes: Finally, test each of your programmed key fobs to ensure they are working correctly by pressing the lock and unlock buttons and verifying the door locks respond as expected.
Congratulations! You have successfully programmed your 2005 Honda Element key fob. If you are still having trouble, double-check each step and ensure you are completing them within the 5-second time limit. If you require a replacement key fob for your 2005 Honda Element, you can order part number G8D-344H-A from Keylessentryremotefob.com.
