Erase/Program All Key Fobs

2018 Chevrolet Tahoe FL, 4WD, GasSECTION Erase/Program All Key Fobs
NOTE:
  • Verify all mechanical keys operate correctly before beginning any programming procedures.
  • All transmitters must be programmed in a single programming sequence. Once the Erase/Program All Key Fobs selection is made, all learned transmitters will be erased. If all the existing transmitters associated with the vehicle are not learned at this time, they will become inoperative and require additional programming.
  • Do not operate or program the transmitters in the vicinity of other vehicles that are in the transmitter program mode. This will prevent the programming of the transmitters to the incorrect vehicle.

This procedure will first erase all known keyless entry transmitters. After all transmitters are erased, the procedure will begin to program keyless entry transmitters in sequential order, beginning with transmitter 1.

  1. With a scan tool, access the Body Control Module Configuration/Reset Functions menu. Select Add/Replace Key Fobs.
  2. Select Erase/Program Fobs. This will erase all learned transmitters and prepare the BCM to learn new transmitters. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  3. When all the desired transmitters have been programmed, cycle the ignition from ON to OFF, and exit the vehicle.
  4. Verify each transmitter and key is operating properly. Operate each of the keyless entry functions using the buttons on the transmitter. On vehicles with a keyed ignition switch, verify the mechanical key by starting the vehicle using the ignition switch. When verifying operation, make sure that no other transmitters are near the vehicle.
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