Losing or damaging your key fob can be a major inconvenience. Luckily, programming a new key fob for your 2007 Chevrolet Impala can often be done right at home, saving you a trip to the dealership. This guide provides comprehensive, easy-to-follow instructions for programming your 2007 Impala key fob, ensuring you regain keyless entry and remote functions quickly. Whether you’re replacing a lost fob or adding an extra one, understanding the programming process is essential for 2007 Chevy Impala owners.
This guide covers two methods for programming your key fob, depending on whether your 2007 Impala is equipped with Driver Information Center (DIC) buttons. Follow the steps carefully for the method that applies to your vehicle.
Programming Your 2007 Impala Key Fob with DIC Buttons
If your Chevrolet Impala has Driver Information Center buttons, typically located on the steering wheel, use the following procedure:
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Ignition Ready: Insert your key into the ignition and turn it to the “ON” position. This is the position right before you start the engine. Ensure you can access the Driver Information Center display.
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Access Vehicle Information Menu: Press the “vehicle information” button (often depicted as a car or “INFO” symbol) repeatedly until you see PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displayed on the DIC screen.
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Initiate Relearn Mode: Press the “set/reset” button (sometimes labeled “SET” or “RESET”) until the DIC display changes to REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE. Your vehicle is now in programming mode, ready to learn the new key fob.
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Program the First Key Fob: Take your first keyless remote (the new fob you want to program). Simultaneously press and hold both the “lock” and “unlock” buttons on the fob for approximately 15 seconds. Listen carefully for a chime. A chime indicates that the remote has been successfully programmed.
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Program Additional Key Fobs (Optional): If you have additional key fobs to program, repeat step 4 immediately. The system should still be in “REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE” mode. You can program up to a maximum of eight remotes for your 2007 Chevy Impala.
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Exit Programming Mode: Once you have programmed all desired key fobs, turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key from the ignition.
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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.
Programming Your 2007 Impala Key Fob Without DIC Buttons
For 2007 Chevrolet Impala models that are not equipped with Driver Information Center buttons, use this alternative procedure:
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Prepare Your Vehicle: Ensure your vehicle is in “Park” (P). Insert your key into the ignition and turn it to the “ON” position (again, this is just before starting the engine).
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Enter Relearn Mode: Locate the trip odometer reset stem on your instrument panel. Press and hold this stem until the display shows RELEARN REMOTE KEY. This may take a few seconds.
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Activate Learning Mode: Continue to press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for approximately three seconds. The display will then change to REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE, indicating the vehicle is ready to program a key fob.
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Program the First Remote: Take your first keyless remote. Press and hold the “lock” and “unlock” buttons simultaneously for about 15 seconds. A chime will sound when the remote is successfully programmed.
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Program Additional Remotes (If Needed): If you have more key fobs to program, repeat step 4 immediately. You can program up to eight remotes in total.
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Exit and Test: Turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key. Test each programmed remote to confirm proper operation of all buttons.
Alt text: A Chevrolet Impala key fob with lock, unlock, trunk, and panic buttons, commonly used for 2007 models.
By following these step-by-step instructions, you can successfully program your 2007 Chevy Impala key fob and regain the convenience of keyless entry. If you encounter any difficulties, double-check each step and ensure you are following the correct procedure for your vehicle’s configuration (with or without DIC buttons).
