I have a 2006 Pontiac Montana and I'm trying to program a new key but it says starting disabled and I've tried several times but it won't work what could the problem be?
CAR IN CANADA OR USA?, THE LOCK RULES ARE NOT THE SAME IN CANADA FOR SURE KEY PROGRAMMING.
LOST THE 2ND KEY THAT CAME WITH CAR NEW?
IMMO locked out (is car remote start opted?)
all cars, to make 2nd key ,(if DIY allowed) one needs a good key first. (AND IS ALLOWED)_
by law and by practice.
1;check all fuseS first
2: scan the PCm to see all failures related (BAD KEY OR BAD IMMO Brains)
3: try the 2nd good key ?
4: IMMO lamp most glow in happy state, told in the users guide.
5: if FOB dead the battery inside is dead. (easy no?)
6: CAR BATTERY WEAK, MAKES IMMO LIE. SO CHARGE IT.
users guide quotes (lost yours its free googled.q
page 2-4
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"Any new PASS-Key® III key must be programmed
before it will start your vehicle. See PASS-Key® III
on page 2-29for more information on programming
your new key
PAGE 2-30
When the PASS-Key® III system senses that someone
is using the wrong key, it shuts down the vehicle's
starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and
fuel will stop being delivered to the engine. Anyone
using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be
discouraged because of the high number of electrical
key codes.
If the engine does not start and the security message
comes on, there may be a problem with your
theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to
be undamaged, try another ignition key. If the engine
still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs
service. If your vehicle does start, the first key may be
faulty. See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who
can service the PASS-Key® III to have a new key made.
It is possible for the PASS-Key® III decoder to learn the
transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to
10 keys may be programmed for the vehicle. This
procedure is for learning additional keys only. If all the
currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate,
you must see your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who
can service PASS-Key® III to have keys made and
programmed to the system.
See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service
PASS-Key® III to get a new key blank that is cut
exactly as the ignition key that operates the system.
To program the new key:
1. Verify the new key has PK3 stamped on it.
2. Insert the original, already programmed key into
the ignition lock cylinder and start the engine.
If the engine will not start, see your dealer/retailer
for service.
3. After the engine has started, turn the key to
LOCK/OFF and remove the key.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, repeat Step 2
with a different, already programmed, key before
proceeding to Step 4
4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to
ON/RUN within 10 seconds of removing the
previous key.
The security message will turn off once the key has
been programmed. It may not be apparent that
the security message went on due to how quickly
the key is programmed.
5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to
be programmed"
END QUOTE.
ALL THIS IS IN THE GLOVE BOX.
THE IMMO LAMP TELLS WHATS WRONG./