Chevrolet Silverado: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) / Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is
lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer.
The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work.
Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters matched to it.
Programming with Recognized Transmitters
A new transmitter can be programmed to the vehicle when there are two recognized
transmitters.
To program, the vehicle must be off and all transmitters, both currently recognized
and new, must be with you.
- Remove the key from a recognized transmitter.
- Place the two recognized transmitters in the cupholder or on the passenger
seat.
- Insert the vehicle key into the key lock cylinder on the driver door handle.
Then turn the key counterclockwise, to the unlock position, five times within
10 seconds. The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE#3, 4, 5 ETC.
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Transmitter Pocket without Bucket Seats (Lower Compartment)
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Transmitter Pocket with Bucket Seats
- Place the new transmitter in the transmitter pocket/insert
- Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the transmitter is learned, the DIC display
will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.
- Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and press
or
on the transmitter.
To program additional transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters are programmed, press
and hold ENGINE START/STOP for approximately 12 seconds to exit programming
mode.
- Return the key back into the transmitter.
Programming without Recognized Transmitters
If two currently recognized transmitters are not available, follow this procedure
to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must be off
and all transmitters to be programmed must be with you.
- Remove the vehicle key from the transmitter.
- Insert the vehicle key into the key lock cylinder on the driver door handle;
then turn the key counterclockwise, to the unlock position, five times within
10 seconds.
The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
- Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO
LEARN, then press ENGINE START/STOP.
The DIC will again display REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
- Repeat Step 3 two additional times. After the third time all previously
known transmitters will no longer work with the vehicle. Remaining transmitters
can be relearned during the next steps.
The DIC should now display READY FOR
REMOTE # 1.
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Transmitter Pocket without Bucket Seats (Lower Compartment)
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Transmitter Pocket with Bucket Seats
- Place the new transmitter in the transmitter pocket/insert.
- Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the transmitter is learned, the DIC display
will show that it is ready to program the next transmitter.
- Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket/insert and press
or
on the transmitter.To program
additional transmitters, repeat Steps 5–7. When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for approximately 12 seconds
to exit programming mode.
- Return the key back into the transmitter.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery
If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal,
the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE when starting the vehicle.
To start the vehicle:
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Transmitter Pocket without Bucket Seats (Lower Compartment)
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Transmitter Pocket with Bucket Seats
- Place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket/insert.
- With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral) press the brake pedal and ENGINE
START/STOP.
Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.
The Keyless Access system allows for doors and the tailgate to be accessed without
pressing the RKE transmitter button. The RKE transmitter must be within 1m (3 ft)
of the tailgate or door being opened...
Warning
Never allow children to play with the RKE transmitter. The transmitter
contains a small battery, which can be a choking hazard. If swallowed, internal
burns can occur, resulting in severe injury or death...
Other information:
Trailer Tire Pressure/Temperature
Mileage of Trailer
Mileage
The mileage accumulated while this Trailer Profile is active will display. Touch
mileage to edit.
Tire Pressure and Temperature
If the TTPMS sensor-to-vehicle learn process was completed, the status view will
display the current tire pressure and temperature of the trailer tires related to
the active Trailer Profile...
The original equipment battery is maintenance free. Do not remove the cap and
do not add fluid.
Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new
battery is needed. See Engine Compartment Overview for battery location...