Common questions

How do you turn off anti theft on a 2013 Chevy Malibu?

How do you turn off anti theft on a 2013 Chevy Malibu?

There is no way to turn it off, but You can reset it. Insert the key to the on position and turn the motor over. You will not be able to start it, but it will crank. Once it does that leave the key in the ignition for 10 min.

Does a 2013 Chevy Malibu have a chip in the key?

NOTE: This ignition key has a chip hidden inside of the plastic head. It is a part of your automobile security system to prevent theft. Therefore, you MUST get it both: cut and programmed. Cutting only will NOT allow you to start the engine.

How to program key fob for 2013 Malibu?

You might find your local dealer will lasercut your key for cheap or even free. Then I used the following instruction to program the key. 1) Insert original key into ignition and turn to ON position but without starting the car. 2) Wait 10 seconds and turn key to OFF and remove.

Is the Malibu push button start key the same?

This should work for all Generation 8 Malibu’s that do NOT have push button start. I bought a pair of Malibu keys on Amazon. I verified that my original key and the new keys had the same FCC ID# (FCC# OHT01060512)before I completed the purchase.

Where can I find the FCC ID number on my Malibu?

The FCC ID# can be found by looking at the original key FOB sideways and using a magnifying glass to see the numbers. I called a local dealer and a local locksmith and was quoted $70 to laser cut one key. B.S.!

You might find your local dealer will lasercut your key for cheap or even free. Then I used the following instruction to program the key. 1) Insert original key into ignition and turn to ON position but without starting the car. 2) Wait 10 seconds and turn key to OFF and remove.

Where does the FOB go on a keyless ignition system?

Keyless ignition systems come with a fob that you can keep tucked away in your pocket, purse, briefcase, or anywhere in close proximity to the receiver inside the vehicle.

This should work for all Generation 8 Malibu’s that do NOT have push button start. I bought a pair of Malibu keys on Amazon. I verified that my original key and the new keys had the same FCC ID# (FCC# OHT01060512)before I completed the purchase.

How do you program a GMC Sierra remote fob?

Place the new smart key fob in the transmitter pocket in the center console . 5. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button. When the transmitter is learned, the DIC display will show that it is ready to program the next remote key fob. 6. Remove the smart key fob from the transmitter pocket and press unlock or lock on the transmitter.

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