Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 114 (PROGRAMMING AND SETUP - ALL SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTHEFT DETERRENT CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING AND SETUP (N. AMERICA EXCEPT CANADA)SET UP A THEFT DETERRENT MODULE (TDM) USING NEW KEYSWITHOUT SCAN TOOL
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic
Without Scan Tool
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Without Scan Tool
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- With a new, unlearned, vehicle key, turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- Observe the security indicator. After approximately 10 minutes, the telltale will turn OFF.
- Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds.
- Repeat steps 1-3 two more times for a total of 3 cycles or 30 minutes.
- Start the vehicle. The ECM has learned the fuel continue password.
- If additional keys are required to be learned, refer to Adding Keys .
IMPORTANT:
The engine controller learns the fuel continue password on the ignition switch transition from OFF to RUN. You must turn the ignition OFF before attempting to start the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.