Losing or needing to replace your car remote for your Pontiac G6 2009 can be a hassle. Dealerships often charge hefty fees for programming new remotes. However, you can actually program a new or existing remote yourself, saving time and money. This guide provides you with straightforward instructions to program your Pontiac G6 2009 car remote, ensuring you regain control of your vehicle’s keyless entry system quickly and efficiently.
Step-by-Step Guide to Program Your Pontiac G6 Remote
This process allows you to program up to four remotes for your Pontiac G6 2009. It’s crucial to follow each step precisely to ensure successful programming. Before you begin, make sure you have all the remotes you wish to program ready, as initiating the programming sequence will erase all previously programmed remotes.
Preparation Steps
- Get into your Pontiac G6: Sit in the driver’s seat, or as some find more convenient, the front passenger seat of your vehicle.
- Remove the Ignition Key: Ensure the ignition key is removed from the ignition lock cylinder.
- Close All Doors: Make sure all doors of your Pontiac G6 are completely closed.
- Locate and Remove the MALL PGM Fuse: Find the fuse panel in your Pontiac G6 and remove the MALL PGM fuse. Refer to your vehicle’s owner manual if you are unsure of the fuse panel location or the MALL PGM fuse.
Programming Procedure
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Turn Ignition to ACC: Turn the ignition lock cylinder to the ACC (Accessory) position.
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Cycle Ignition ACC and OFF: Turn the ignition lock cylinder OFF, and then quickly back to the ACC position within one second.
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Open and Close Door: Open and then close any vehicle door.
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Listen for the Chime: You should hear a chime sound. This chime indicates that the remote control door lock receiver has entered the programming/diagnostic mode. If you do not hear a chime, repeat steps 1-7.
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Program the Transmitter: Press and hold both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the remote transmitter simultaneously for 14 seconds. After approximately 14 seconds, you will hear a chime confirming successful programming of the remote.
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Program Additional Transmitters (if needed): If you have additional remotes to program, repeat step 9 for each additional transmitter.
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Remove Key and Reinstall Fuse: Remove the ignition key from the ignition lock cylinder. Reinstall the MALL PGM fuse back into its original location in the fuse panel.
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Test the Remotes: Validate that all programmed remotes are functioning correctly by testing the lock and unlock buttons on each remote.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your Pontiac G6 2009 car remote yourself. This DIY method can save you considerable expense and provides a convenient solution for remote replacement or adding extra remotes to your vehicle.
