Keyless Access System Registration (2013-15): Procedure

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Keyless Access System - Registration
NOTE:
- Check for aftermarket electrical equipment that can cause problems with keyless access operation.
- While doing the registration, keep the remote away from computers.
- While doing the registration, make sure the doors are closed.
- Programming the remote also programs the keyless transmitter.
- The keyless access control unit can store up to 6 remotes.
When Replacing the Backup Control Unit/Keyless Access Control Unit/PCM/MICU or Registration of the Remote(s)

1. When replacing a keyless access control unit, touch the keyless remote to the engine start/stop button

2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC)

3. When all remotes are lost, select the ON mode according to the instructions on the HDS screen, then go to step 5

4. Press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode

5. Select ONE-PUSH START from the SYSTEM SELECTION MENU, then enter REGISTRATION mode

6. Select the appropriate unit or the KEYS, and do the registration according to the instructions on the HDS screen

7. Press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode, and verify that all remote-related systems work normally with all remotes.

When Replacing the Power Control Unit or the Electric Steering Lock Control Unit

1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC)

2. Do the registration according to the instructions on the HDS screen

3. After registration, verify that all remote-related systems work normally with all remotes.