1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 M, 4T40E/MN4FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Programming Transmitter

NOTE: While reprogramming remote control door lock receiver to transmitters, leave window down to avoid unintentional lock-out if procedure is not properly performed
  1. Turn ignition off. Connect jumper wire between program connector terminals "A" (Black/White wire) and "B" (Black wire). See Fig 1 . Within 2 seconds, door locks will lock and unlock, and trunk re lease will cycle to indicate module is ready for reprogramming.
  2. Depress and hold TRUNK RELEASE, LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on one transmitter. Door locks will lock and unlock, trunk lid will release and horn cycles to indicate successful reprogram. Module is now programmed for first transmitter. Repeat this step if programming additional transmitters. Remove jumper wire after finishing programming procedure.
    Fig 1: Locating Programming Connector
    G98B00423Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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