How Do You Get Replacement Keyless Entry Codes?
If you have to replace the batteries in your car’s keyless entry fob or if you just purchased a spare key, you’ll likely have to reprogram it before your car obeys its signals. The instructions for how to do this vary by car brand, model, and year. However, they typically consist of a long sequence of tasks, like open and closing the driver’s door five times, turning the key twice, and then opening and closing the door again. Your owner’s manual may have the programming instructions, or it may just refer you to your local dealership to have it done. The aim, however, is to avoid having to go to a dealership, which may charge you $50 to $100 for the service, using expensive reprogramming equipment. Go to programyourremote.com first. This is a growing repository of keyless fob programming instructions, broken down by car make, model, and year. Try ownersmanualsource.com to find your car’s owner’s manual if you no longer have the original. This repository is also organized by make, model,