How to Program a Chevy Key Fob

New Chevrolet vehicles come with a key fob for unlocking your vehicle remotely. This is a convenient tool for accessing your car when your hands are full, but replacing your Chevy key fob when it is lost or broken is a bit more complicated than replacing a regular key. That’s because your key fob needs to be programmed to connect with your vehicle.

Whether you’re setting up your brand-new Chevy remote start key fob or programming a Chevy key fob replacement, the service center at Harbor Chevrolet can help! This guide covers everything you need to know about Chevy key fob programming—from unlocking your car manually to replacing your key fob.

Chevy Key Fob Programming: Step-by-Step

Holding the Chevy key fob that needs programming in your hand, follow the steps below:

1. Press the small button on the side or back of the key fob to reveal the mechanical key stored inside.
2. Use the mechanical key to unlock your doors manually.
3. Securely close all car doors, and then insert the key into the ignition. Don’t turn it quite yet!
4. While holding down the unlock button on the driver’s side door, now turn your key to the “On” position. Your car’s interior lights and radio will come on without starting the engine.
5. In quick succession, turn the key back to “Off” and then “On” again, and back to “Off.” (All together, that’s: On – Off – On – Off).
6. Release the unlock button. You should now hear the door locks engage and disengage. This is your signal that Chevy key fob programming has begun.
7. On your Chevy key fob, press and hold the “Unlock” and “Lock” buttons together. When you hear the door locks engage and disengage once again, release them.
8. That’s it—you’ve successfully programmed your Chevy key fob!
9. To finish up, insert the key into the ignition in the “On” position. This concludes the Chevy key fob programming sequence.

These steps should work whether you have a Chevy Malibu key fob, a Chevy Silverado key fob, or any other model! If you have questions about an older Chevy model or another issue, our service professionals are happy to help.

Where to Find a Chevy Key Fob Replacement

A manufacturer-certified Chevy dealer like Harbor Chevrolet is the best place to buy a Chevy key fob replacement. We carry genuine Chevy keys for all models and model years, so you can be sure you’re getting a high-quality product that will work flawlessly with your vehicle.

If you need a new battery for your Chevy key fob, we can provide you with a replacement or tell you where you can purchase one in the Lakewood area. Just contact our experts and let us know what you need to get back on the road in Bellflower!

Questions About How to Program a Chevy Key Fob? We Can Help!

If you need a new battery for your Chevy key fob, we can provide you with a replacement or tell you where you can purchase one near you in Cerritos. Just contact our experts and let us know what you need to get back on the road in Bellflower! Check out our guides to Chevy maintenance schedules and oil changes for more helpful car-care info.