Keyfob Programming?

12-21-2006, 07:15 PM

I have a 2000 GLS. It normally comes standard with a keyfob. but I have bought the car used and there wasnt a keyfob, but only dealer copies of the keys.

I have a few GM keyfobs that might be able to be programmed to the car.

Ok my question is How do I get my Alero into programming mode? And once I get it into that mode what do I have to do to the Keyfob so my Car recognizes the signal?

I stress the first part of the question alittle more than the second. And I dont want to go to a dealer and pay money for this, as it is only a convenience issue not a nessecity.

Any help woul dbe appreciated. Thank you all very much.

-Chris

12-21-2006, 08:01 PM

Search, for one.

However, you can't program it yourself unless you have an OBDII programmer. You'll have to pay someone for it, or find a friend with a scanner.

CiscoPath · 12-21-2006, 08:19 PM

That's all you need??? A scanner???? I'm about to go by a fob off of eBay for 5 bux

doubleN0alero · 12-21-2006, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by CiscoPath

That's all you need??? A scanner???? I'm about to go by a fob off of eBay for 5 bux

your car has to be equipped with it first though...can't do it on a GX

CiscoPath · 12-21-2006, 08:45 PM

Yeah, I know. Two came with the car, one NEVER worked, the other had the little clip that holds the battery in place break off

12-21-2006, 10:42 PM

Is that the only way? B/c I know for a fact that No Ford needs one its just a key in ignition trick. And the same is for most chevys that I know of. It just seems weird that Olds would make it so difficult.

I dont mean to question, but I'm just covering my bases.

Thank you,

-Chris

Redog · 12-22-2006, 12:28 AM

^^ Hey man, are you the guy from Classicoldsmobile.com that asked this question last week?

comanche · 12-22-2006, 04:30 PM

If you're talking about what I call the remote, there are good instructions on grandamgt.com (You have to be a member, and then search under remote programming.)

You shouldn't need an OBD2 programmer for a 2000 if it is the right part number (call the dealer with the VIN), and the batteries work.

I have programmed a couple model year 2000 aleros myself... it really isn't that hard.

troyertrain · 12-22-2006, 07:18 PM

all the dealers around me will do it for free... just give them a call, i had 2 programmed a few months ago and it took 5 mins at the dealer and was absolutely free...

12-26-2006, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redog

^^ Hey man, are you the guy from Classicoldsmobile.com that asked this question last week?

Yes, sir. Yes I am

12-26-2006, 03:33 PM

Thank you everyone for your help, I'll get on this when I have the chance.

You've all been very nice

CiscoPath · 12-26-2006, 08:37 PM

Fob came in the mail today. Gonna take it to the dealership tomorrow and see if they charge me.