How To Reprogram Key Fob For A 2008 Saturn Aura
Step by step guide on how to reprogram an automotive key/door remote for GM Ford and Honda
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Step 1 - GM PASS LOCK RELEARN
- Ignition switch to 'run' position, try to start and let key return to 'run' position
- Approx ten minutes security light will go off
- Turn key 'off' and wait 5 seconds
- Repeat 2 more times for a total of 3 relearns.
- Turn key off, then start it
This article will show you a quick way to replace your old car remote and save you a lot of money in the process. In this method, a key fob is used to program the remote to your car. This process should work for various GM vehicles from 2005-2012, including models such as Aura, Grand Prix Lacrosse, and Malibu. 1) Press the trip odometer reset stem until RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays 2) Press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for 3 seconds. The message REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE will disply 3) Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the first remote at the same time for approximately 20 seconds. Anyone programmed their own new key and remote? I only got one when I bought the car. I purchased a new OEM key and remote(not from dealership with 200% markup). I know of the 'Tech Tool' from the dealership, but is their any other way of doing this? I may take it to the dealership since it wouldn't cost an arm and a leg now since I bought the key and remote already.
Step 2 - FORD KEY PADS
- Enter permanent factory code
- Press the 1/2 button within 5 seconds to enter programming mode
- Within 5 seconds enter new code, doors will lock, unlock to verify code, this erases previous codes. Remotes will also need to be programmed.
Step 3 - FORD KEY PADS/REMOTES
- Insert key, turn ignition off-to-on eight times in succession, ending with key in on position doors will lock, unlock to verify in programming mode
- Press any button on new remote, doors will lock, unlock to verify
- Do the previous step with the second remote, doors will lock unlock to verify.
- Turn ignition switch off. Doors will again lock, unlock to verify.
Step 4 - BLAZER T-CASE SELF DIAGNOSTIC
- Turn ignition switch 'ON' for at least 6 seconds.
- Locate DLC (diagnostic connector) near right side of steering column.
- Install jumper wire from pin #13 (orange wire, labels are small but they are on connector, use flashlight) to ground.
- Turn the key on, engine off. Observe shift select buttons. If they all blink once at the same time there are no trouble codes.
- Otherwise the light will blink (codes are 1-4 flashes) with a 3 second delay between codes if there are more than 1.
- Run the codes if any are present repair as needed.
2008 Saturn Aura Program Remote
Step 5 - HONDA SLIDING DOOR RE-HOME
- Erase the sliding door trouble codes by removing the # 13 (7.5) fuse from the passenger's under-dash fuse box for 10 seconds.
- Then put the fuse back in.
- Turn off the main door switch; make sure that the ignition switch is off.
- Manually open the sliding door and make sure it's fully open.
- Turn the ignition switch on, then turn on the door switch.
- Push and hold the CLOSE side of the dashboard door switch for that door until the door is fully closed.
- Try the door operation with the dashboard door switch, the remote and the door handles.
Helpful Information
How Do You Program A Key Fob For A 2008 Saturn Aura
A remote can perform many functions such as lock and unlock car doors, start the engine, roll up windows and much more. When a key fob is lost or becomes out of sync with the car receiver module, reprogramming is necessary.
Saturn Key Fob Programming
Common Problems
- Key fob remote battery goes dead and needs replacement
- Moister damage