2001 Chevrolet Venture Keyless Entry Remote Key Fob Programming Instructions


2001 Chevrolet Venture Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions

For Grand Prix / Chevy Venture / Oldsmobile Silhouette / Pontiac Montana
Obtain all remote transmitters for this vehicle.

1. Remove key from ignition.
2. Remove the MALL PGM or BCM PRGRM fuse from fuse box (you only need to remove one fuse on this step. In some vehicles it's called MALL PGM and in others it's BCM PRGRM).
3. Close all doors.
4. Turn ignition switch to ACC. (ACC is turning the key back toward you).
5. Within 1 second turn the ignition to OFF then back to ACC. (OFF is the position where you can remove your key)
6. Open then close the driver's door.
7. An acoustic sound will be heard after closing the door indicating the vehicle is in programming mode.
8. Hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the remote for about 15 seconds until two chimes are heard.
9. Repeat step 8 for any additional remotes including working ones.
10. Remove key from ignition and replace MALL PGM or BCM PRGRM fuse.
11. Test all remotes.

2001 Chevrolet Venture Transponder Key Programming Instructions

1. Insert the original, already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine.
2. After the engine has started, turn the key to off and remove the key.
3. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to on within 10 seconds of removing the original key.
4. The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed. It may not be apparent if the security lightwent on due to how quickly the key is programmed. If your vehicle does not have a security light (04-07 GrandPrix, Bonneville, Impala) wait 10 minutes and 45 seconds to make sure the key has been programmed.
5. Repeat steps 1 through 5 if additional keys are to be programmed.

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