Key Programming Using Diagnostic Equipment

Programming 

• 1.
  
  
  WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

  Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .

• 2.
  
  
  NOTE: To enter the PATS security access if no programmed passive keys are available, start a vehicle session using a tear tag or PCM part number. The PATS security access can still be granted even with the ignition off.

  Refer to: Diagnostic Methods .

• 3.
  
  From the diagnostic scan tool, enter TOOLBOX. Select Body>Security>PATS Functions and follow the on-screen instructions to enter PATS security access.

• 4.
  
  
  NOTE: A maximum of 8 keys can be programmed into the vehicle.
  • From the diagnostic scan tool menu, select the appropriate key programming procedure and follow the on-screen instructions to program the passive key(s).
  • NOTE: When prompted by the scan tool, place the passive key next to the PATS transceiver.

    Refer to Backup Starting in the Description and Operation. Refer to: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) - System Operation and Component Description .