Program Transponder Keys Without Special Equipment
Most people don’t realize that Ford, Mazda and GM transponder keys can be programmed without a scan tool or a trip to the dealer. With Fords and Mazdas you will need to have two keys that are already programmed, GM’s require one key to be already programmed.
The procedure for Mazdas and Fords is as follows:
Insert the first programmed key into the ignition and turn it to the RUN position (do not start the engine), wait for the security light to go out, remove key.
Insert the second programmed key into the ignition and turn it to the RUN position (do not start the engine), wait for the security light to go out, remove key.
Insert the NEW key into the ignition, turn it to RUN (engine off), wait for the security light to go out.
The key is now Programmed.
The procedure for GM vehicles is similar except you only need to cycle the ignition once with the first key, take it out and insert the new key, turn the ignition to RUN (engine off). When the light goes out the key is programmed. This should work for all GMC, Pontiac, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick, Saturn and Hummer vehicles. This should be a time saver for people who would like to purchase these chip keys online.
To have these keys cut, any local Locksmith in your area should be able to do it for you at a very minimal charge.
December 23rd, 2008 at 6:47 am
is the same applicable to chyrsller Grand cherokee jeep 2001 model that is having an SKIM problem
December 23rd, 2008 at 10:44 am
Hi Emeka,
Unfortunately the Grand Cherokee requires a scan tool for programming. If you are needing a new SKIM module you might check Carmax if you have one in your area, they can usually get you a new one installed for under $300.
Good Luck
March 1st, 2009 at 3:54 pm
Hi Mike. Can I re-program original GM (2007 Pontiac Torrent) keys lost but now recovered with new key I had cut and programmed at dealer using your instructions above? If not I guess I,ll have to get another key cut and use your instructions. Dealer of course says to have them do it.
March 1st, 2009 at 7:54 pm
Hi Mark,
Yes it should work. Start with the first programmed key, turn to run (don’t start it), wait about 3 seconds and switch to the next key, turn it to run, etc..
I think you should be able to program them all in sequence like this.
March 3rd, 2009 at 5:08 pm
How do you program if you only have 1 key for each vehicle in the fleet on Ford vehicles ?? Also what if you dont have any key to vehicke , Please help
March 3rd, 2009 at 7:05 pm
Brian,
To program Ford keys without a scan tool you must have 2 programmed keys present, if you only have one key or no keys then you must use a scan tool to program the keys.
ie. dealer/locksmith…
May 11th, 2009 at 12:34 pm
Hi Mike,
Can I program a 3rd key on my new 2010 Mazda 3 with the 2 keys that came with it? Thanks.
Ernie
May 17th, 2009 at 11:37 am
Hi Ernie,
Sorry I haven’t gotten back to you. It would depend on what type of keys that came with the car.
If it came with:
1. Proximity Keys (credit card) – No
2. Flip Keys (transponder) – Maybe
3. Regular Keys (transponder) – Yes
May 29th, 2009 at 7:00 am
Thanks Mike.
Now I just need to find a 2010 Mazda 3 transponder key blank. Do you think it is the same as a 2009?
Ernie
September 25th, 2009 at 3:44 pm
Hi Mike,
I have only one Mazda key, so I will need to get a new one coded by a scan of existing key. I understand that the dealer and various lock smiths can do this.
Will a scan and code make an IDENTICAL key? If so, can this new key, plus my original be used to programme a third as described in the article? Or do the two keys have to have different IDs? I assume inserting the same key twice in the procedure won’t work, which implies unique IDs, but is a scan read to copy giving me a unique ID for the new key?
Thanks
September 29th, 2009 at 4:39 pm
Hi James,
Yes the new key will have a unique transponder id and so you will be able to add a 3rd key with it. Hope that helps..
October 30th, 2009 at 12:46 am
Hi James,
I am in the same position as you. I was wondering if you were able to program your third key?
Thanks,
Jon
January 4th, 2010 at 2:36 pm
Hi can you use the 2 key procedure on an 07 toyota tundra?
January 19th, 2010 at 7:25 pm
need help programming a 2009 jeep patriot key i have tried to program the blank allready whats the procedure
January 22nd, 2010 at 9:41 pm
What’s the procedure to program a transponder key for a 2002 oldsmobile silhouette?