Awesome! Glad it helped!

Glad it was helpful!

Awesome! Glad it helped!

You are welcome!

Did it work? Fortunately, they aren't charging me a programming fee, but $200 for a key is wild to me.

I agree. Most of the time there’s something that makes things more difficult than they should be. But, every one in a while we win.

Awesome! Glad it helped!

THANK YOU!

Thanks, I appreciate it! I’m just a regular guy, trying to share some knowledge to help someone out. The feedback I receive is pretty much all positive or contains constructive criticism that I use to try to make improvements to my videos. And that is a great tip! I have also switched the internals over to an empty shell, and as you said, there’s no need to reprogram. I planned to make a dedicated video on reprogramming the key with all the different variables. Unfortunately, I haven’t gotten to it yet. But it’s still on my list!

Exactly! I get asked this question a lot (how to program it with only one key) and I have it on my list to make a dedicated video!

Awesome! Glad it helped!

Awesome! I recently had the hardware store cut and program a key for a different vehicle for $100 less than what the dealership and locksmiths wanted!

Thank you guys for this information

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Awesome! Glad it went well!

Awesome! Glad it helped!

Awesome! Glad it went well! I bought the cheapest ones I could find just to try them out. Otherwise, sanding should not have been required.

That’s great to hear! Glad it helped, and thanks for the update!

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

Glad it helped! And if the new ones give you any trouble, you could swap the boards over in the future if needed.

Awesome!

I’ve done it for friends as well without the need to grind anything. Should go smooth. Good luck!

What if there’s only 1 key to begin with?

@@LydiaMayexactly it won’t work lol

Umm yup they are chipped... A Phillips 46.... You always have been able to programmed Chevy chipped keys this way... It's call on board programming... obp... Not to be confused with ODB the rapper... The interesting part is that now apparently with this type remote it gets programmed at the same time as the chip... that's the unusual and amazing part. I have been programming the micro chip in the key that way for years, but usually there is a different process to get the remote working as well. Pretty cool it seems to be all in one shot on these..... Very nice.

​@@LydiaMayyou have to remove the key blade from the key. Then you can use that key blade to turn the ignition. For each key. But yah if you want a spare then you have to get it cut by a locksmith. He wasn't actually creating a entirely new key... Because he only had one blade. He was fixing a key. So it was same blade. It's tricky I can see.. and nobody wants to cut keys like that. Maybe the dealership will cut you the blade part. Yes this can get tricky... But if you trying to fix one key it can be done... If you want spare key then a blade needs to be cut by somebody...

That’s a great tip. That should make another video, showing how to program it with only one original key.

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficialyesss please! I’m checking out your channel now to see if you did! Thank you so much!

I have not made that video yet, but it’s on my list. Program it with the metal key loose. Put it in tho old fob (loose, don’t install the pin). Insert into ignition, turn key, remove key. Move metal key to new fob (loose, no pin) and insert key into ignition to program the new fob. Then take your time and pin the key into the fob.

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial You’re awesome! Thank you!

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for sharing. Good tips!

Awesome, glad it helped! Also glad you found it entertaining. I try to add some comedy so the tutorials aren’t too boring.

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Glad it was helpful and entertaining!

Awesome!

Nice! Glad it helped! Good luck!

That will do it! Great job!

Glad it helped!

I have not seen one without a pin. It’s not typical.

Great to hear, thanks for the update!

Great to hear!

You can program the new fob without having a second original key. It is just a proximity situation. The old fob and new fob just need to be close during the procedure. There is nothing special about the metal key actually being connected to the fob for programming. To be safe, I would remove the blank key from the new unit. Then the original cut key can be easily inserted into the original fob, or the new fob. This will be ideal for programming the new fob. Stick the cut key into the old fob and turn on the ignition. Remove it from the ignition. Then move the cut key from the old fob to the new fob, and insert it into the ignition to program it. Then you will be all set. Then you can stick the roll pin in to permanently attach it and call it a day.

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial Thank you so much for detailed instructions sir! You are saving 150 bucks and a lot of hassle!

@@prasadbhokare9228 Awesome! Glad to hear it! That’s exactly why I started this channel and continue to make these videos!

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial Just want to note this worked for me! I had a really hard time taking apart the key fob, so I just followed this instruction and it did the trick! Now I just have to get the pin inserted and I'm golden. Thanks!

Awesome! Glad it worked!

Glad it helped!

The dealership or a locksmith will cut them. Where I live, ACE Hardware will also do it. From my experience, you cannot supply your own key. You have to purchase it through whoever is going to cut it for you. They don’t want to damage their equipment by putting some unknown sourced key into their machine. The last time I got something similar cut for a different vehicle it was around $300. You can just give the dealership a call and ask how much it will cost.

I believe you will have to have the dealership or a locksmith cut you a new key using the Vin number. GM has your key information saved. With your Vin number, they can cut you a new one.

Yes, you can move the existing metal cut key to the new fob. However, I’m not sure how you can program the new fob. You need a working fob to program a new fob.

Glad it was helpful!

Awesome! I hope you enjoyed the car!

You need to program the new fob to your vehicle. There is nothing special about the key. The key does not get programmed. Before you pin the key into the new fob, insert the key into the old fob. Insert it into the ignition, turn it forward, turn it back, and remove it. Then move the key to the new fob. Insert the key with the new fob, turn it, and the new fob will be programmed to the vehicle. Now, pin the key into the new fob permanently.

I have experienced that in other vehicles. I know how you feel. I will work on adding a link for where to purchase it. I bought some cheap ones from eBay just to try them. I don’t recommend those. I will find a link for OEM fobs.

Glad you love the video! But seriously, things don’t always go as planned. That step should not be required. But it was this time, and having some basic tools is a good investment. Some people may not even own pliers or a screwdriver. That belt sander specifically was $60. In this case, the cost of the belt sander was significantly less than the cost of getting a new key cut at the dealership. Still saves some money, and you own the tool for the future. But you could use a file or a piece of sandpaper. I have the belt sander, so I used it. However, if someone does not want to invest in tools as needed and doesn’t not plan to do any DIY in the future, they are more than welcome to just pay the dealership for a new key and move on. Everyone is free to do what they choose! Good luck!

Or a file….

You don't know much about tools do you? Belt sanders are cheap, and a file csn do the exact same thibng

hand file their maybe less than $5

The end of my key was an ‘inth’ too long so I used a Dremel for that but couldn’t get the pin back in. Took stainless steel jump-ring from my jewelry making. Fits perfectly but a little loose. No matter. Bent both ends close to the connector. It closes and opens but doesn’t ‘flip’. Don’t care. Programmed 2 new keys. Costs $25 for 2 now at Amazon 👍🏼

I used a small belt sander to remove some material on the flat surface opposite of the side with hole. 3:37.

Someone else commented that Batteries Plus cuts them for $20. It is probably also worth calling the dealership. I recently got a key copied for $25. But, if you don’t have an existing key to copy, there are extra fees to cut it based on the vin number.

I used a “punch” in the video.

I have tried several different hole punches and it will not come out...what size fits this? @@HowtoandReviewsOfficial

It can be done with one key. The vehicle reads the fob, not the key. Hold the fob up to your ignition, about where it would be located if it was attached to the key. You are programming the fob. Not the key.

All of the buttons will work after the new fob is programmed to the vehicle.

It can be done with one key. I have it on my list to make a separate dedicated video. The fob gets programmed. Not the metal key. Just hold the fob against the steering column where the key goes in when you insert the metal key and rotate it. The vehicle doesn’t care if the metal key is attached. It just needs to be in that proximity. Or, you could do it before you pin in the key into the new fob. With the metal key loose, stick it in the old fob. Put it in the ignition. Remove it. Transfer the key to the new fob. Stick it in the ignition. Programmed. Then pin it into the new fob.

With the original guts, you don’t need to reprogram it!

You can replace just the shell. You would reuse the circuit board and metal key from your existing fob. No reprogramming required. Or you could do what is shown in the video if it’s easier.

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial okay thanks...

i was going ask you i bought one after market key fob.and swap out the key, like you did but it doesn't want to program do you know whats going on?.i tried to do what you told me to take apart the orignal and swap out the electronics but my original key fob is bonded you cant take it apart.i even use a razor carpet to split in half but to no avail.thanks in advance.

@@garylove2836 I found this video that shows how to split it. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qNdnZLOaudfamoU.htmlsi=B0igw8D2MzMBo-hr

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial that’s what i was trying to do.they must of use a strong adhesive.but I will give it another try thanks for sharing.l’ll let you know if it worked.

The replacement fobs that I used included new circuit boards and batteries. I did not have to open the housings. However, I have opened the housings and moved the circuit boards. When I opened the original housing, it was damaged in the process and was not reusable. I was able to open the new aftermarket housing without damaging it. The housing is two pieces, and just snaps together. But I think the original had adhesive in it, and the aftermarket did not. Move the entire circuitboard from the old housing to the new housing, and you are all set. There is no programming required, because the circuitboard is what is programmed to the car. The actual metal key does not have a chip in it or anything and has nothing to do with programming.

Here’s a video that shows how to open the key fob. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qNdnZLOaudfamoU.html

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial Thanks for the quick response. I had already started working on one of the FOBs that my wife had not used in a while. I placed the new CR 2032 battery by Sony and it worked because I like to verify the functionality of it before dissecting it. Then I tried to open it up and it took me a little while to get it opened after damaging it because it just would not come apart, and I even stabbed my left thumb slightly. Putting the circuit board into place, I had to use a thin layer of glue on the edge of the housing while trying to place the spring-loaded key in its spot before snapping it close. I went to the car and placed the key, it turns the ignition ON but it does not START any longer. So, looks like, while I was juggling to get the circuit board out, I probably damaged it. Now there is only one old FOB left and I decided to hold off to place that into the new housing because my first attempt failed. I have done some if the most complex jobs on so many of my vehicles but this bugger bogged me down. Thanks a lot.

It can be done with one key. I should make a dedicated video for it. Remove the roll pin. Insert the metal key into the original fob. Turn it forward in the ignition and remove it. Move the metal key over to the new fob, and insert it into the ignition and turn it forward. The new fob is programmed. The fob is what gets programmed, not the metal key. There are no electronics in the key. Yes, a new key can be cut at a hardware store. However, they usually require you to buy the key from them. They don’t want to ruin their cutting equipment by cutting a key from an unknown supplier.

@HowtoandReviewsOfficial ty much. I will give it a shot. I got my key Frankensteined together right now. Ty again

Yes it will!

You will need to bring the new key somewhere to get cut, or remove the already cut key from your existing fob and move it to the new one.

No, I currently do not. But I have added it to my list of future videos.

I think it could definitely be challenging with pliers or channel locks. I used a bench vice, and it pressed out no problem.

I’m having a hard time removing mine too 😰

You can do it with one key. The metal key is not programmed and does not have a chip or anything in it. Just the five is what’s programmed. Insert the metal key into the ignition with the old (already programmed) fob in close proximity, like where it would naturally be if you were using it as the key. Then, remove it, and re-insert the key with the new fob in close proximity to program it. Or you could do the whole process before you pin the key into the new fob. Stick the key in the old fob, insert it into the ignition and turn it. Remove it. Stick the key in the new fob, then insert it and turn it. It will be programmed.

Programming it in the ignition programs the whole fob, including the buttons.

If you get any exact replacement, yes. The aftermarket ones I got were just a little bit different and would not interchange. I had to use the whole aftermarket housing.

I just measured the pin with some calipers and I agree, 2mm x 8 mm looks correct to me.

Resolved... thank you

@@iscore47 link?

I bought some cheap ones from eBay to see how well they would work. They are fine. But I would recommend purchasing GM fobs if it’s in your budget. Or use Amazon so you can read reviews.

Yes, it can be done with one key. I recommend not pinning the key to the fob yet. Insert the original fob with the key, then move the key to the new fob and insert the key with the new fob.

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial not gonna lie i wish that was stated at the beginning of the video cause now im having to undo this stupid pin again which was actually a real pain in the ass to remove the first time..

@@IGetSoft completely understood. I apologize that I missed that when I wrote the outline for the video. I planned on making a separate dedicated video for programming the key, which is still on my list, but I have not gotten to it yet.

Unfortunately, I am not sure. I am not familiar with that. I wish you the best in finding the answer!

This is the link to the exact key fobs shown in the video. They do the job, but the reduced quality is noticeable, and considering that this item will be used daily for years, I would definitely recommend OEM fobs. www.ebay.com/itm/184493553828?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=6xyk9laztg-&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=FaKt5-7WR56&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Was the old chip placed in the new fob?

Interesting. It kind of sounds like the new fob is not programmed and it’s just picking up the old fob. There is nothing special about the metal key actually being connected to the fob. The fob just needs to be in close proximity while the metal key is being used.

Yes, but the fob needs to be nearby.

Thank you

Interesting. Only one key is needed. What isn’t working? Programming the new fob?

@How-to and Reviews yes I followed your video to the T...but key doesn't work...the security light is on and want allow car to start

One new fob and one old/existing fob?

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial yes

@@Louisianasfinestshay Definitely. If you have not pinned the key yet, stick it in the old fob for step 1 (insert it, rotate it, and remove it), then move it over to the new fob for step 2 (insert it and rotate it). It doesn’t have to be pinned into the fob, just insert it in the fob without pinning it.

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial thank you

@@Louisianasfinestshay no problem!

I bench vice makes it easy to press the pin out and in with very good control. Otherwise, pliers should work to press the pin. As far as an item to press it out, maybe an earring?

@@HowtoandReviewsOfficial Thank you so much for your reply. I appreciate the suggestions, but I don't have a bench vise and an earring is too soft. I went ahead and ordered a watch pin removal kit from Amazon (They were only a few dollars). Hopefully, that'll work. :)

I am personally not familiar with that outcome. Google probably knows. Best of luck!

I described how to do it with one key in the other comment that you left. Yes, this video is fake. It was a AI generated by aliens. I didn’t make it. Definitely fake.