Not sure about the Volt but with other cars if both keys are lost it is no longer a matter of reprogramming (for which you need at least one key) but instead the dealer will have to replace the BCM (Body Control Module).
Lost all of my FOB keys, what to do now?
I lost both of my FOB keys to my 2017 Volt, what to do to get a replacement? Can't drive my car. I think I dropped my last FOB key when I jogged for miles. Tried looking for it by retracing my path, couldn't find it, there were too many people, so someone could have picked it up.
Will I have to tow the car to the dealer for reprogramming for a replacement or shall I just bring my documents and they can do the reprogramming on the key? I can open the car with an app but no option to start it. Only precondition, lock and unlock, alarm... No remote start.
Will I have to tow the car to the dealer for reprogramming for a replacement or shall I just bring my documents and they can do the reprogramming on the key? I can open the car with an app but no option to start it. Only precondition, lock and unlock, alarm... No remote start.
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GM cars have always had a procedure for programming new fobs to a car when there are no current fobs available. The procedure takes at least 30 minutes and erases the lost fobs from the car's memory. No dealer needed.Not sure about the Volt but with other cars if both keys are lost it is no longer a matter of reprogramming (for which you need at least one key) but instead the dealer will have to replace the BCM (Body Control Module).
I have proven this!GM cars have always had a procedure for programming new fobs to a car when there are no current fobs available. The procedure takes at least 30 minutes and erases the lost fobs from the car's memory. No dealer needed.
Thank you sir for the first one to point this out! It really worked! I now have new FOB key and the old transmitter that I lost won't work on my car anymore. If they use the metal key, they can open the car but it will set off the alarm.Go to page 34 of your owner's manual to see the 30 minute procedure for pairing a new fob to your car. Buy a fob and bring it home and do that.
There was a serial number with keys when sold. Check your glove box and purchase docs. This is used for ordering the metal key to unlock the door if the battery is dead.
How much did you have to pay for new FOB? Buy it from Chevy?
Yes, this is a good idea to prevent the loss of keys and wallets, as long as you know how to find the location, you can finally find the fob. Such trackers tend to have a compact size and are not easily recognized by thieves, and you can even disguise them further.You need a tracker attached to your fob...
I'm 58 years young and I know these things but sometimes it takes a simple reminder about things we once learned and sometimes forget just like this. The keys were in my winter jacket that I seldom wear. Thanks BarryWhere did you lose the first keyfob? In my experience, when I lose things like that, they almost always turn up later, usually in the pocket of something that I forgot I wore.
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