Programming Ignition Keys to the SKIM
PROGRAMMING IGNITION KEYS TO THE SKIM
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (transmission in Park/Neutral).
2. Use the DRBIII and select THEFT ALARM, SKIM, then MISCELLANEOUS.
3. Select PROGRAM IGNITION KEY'S.
4. Enter secured access mode by entering the vehicle four-digit PIN.
NOTE: A maximum of eight keys can be learned to each SKIM. Once a key is learned to a SKIM it (the key) cannot be transferred to another vehicle.
5. Obtain ignition keys to be programmed from the customer (8 keys maximum).
6. Using the DRBIII, erase all ignition keys by selecting MISCELLANEOUS, and ERASE ALL CURRENT IGN. KEYS.
7. Program all of the ignition keys.
If ignition key programming is unsuccessful, the DRBIII will display one of the following messages:
- Programming Not Attempted - The DRBIII attempts to read the programmed key status and there are no keys programmed into SKIM memory.
- Programming Key Failed (Possible Used Key From Wrong Vehicle) - SKIM is unable to program an ignition key transponder due to one of the following:
* The ignition key transponder is faulty.
* The ignition key transponder is or has been already programmed to another vehicle.
- 8 Keys Already Learned, Programming Not Done - The SKIM transponder ID memory is full.
- Learned Key In Ignition - The ID for the ignition key transponder currently in the ignition lock cylinder is already programmed in SKIM memory.