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30-Minute Relearn Procedure

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Use this procedure after replacing any of the following components:

Important: 

  1. With a master passkey III+ (PK3+) key, turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the Security telltale, after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn off.
  3. Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds.
  4. Repeat steps 1-3 two more times for a total of 3 cycles or 30 minutes.

    Important:  The vehicle learns the key transponder information and/or passwords on the ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK. You must turn the ignition OFF before attempting to start the vehicle.

  5. With a master PK3+ key, start the vehicle. The vehicle has now learned the key transponder information and the ECM has now learned the fuel continue password.
  6. If additional keys are required to be learned, refer to ADDING KEYS (DOMESTIC)  or ADDING KEYS (EXPORT)  .
  7. With a scan tool, clear any DTCs.