Chevrolet Key Programming
Good news — Chevrolet is a GM, and most Chevrolet keys you can program yourself at home, no dealer and no tools. Find your model below for the exact steps; a few need an automotive locksmith and we tell you which.
Find your Chevrolet model
Tap your model, then match your key to the photo. Each picture links to that exact key if you need a replacement.
Chevrolet Astro
1996–1998 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
Chevrolet Avalanche
2007–2013 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2007–2015 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
Chevrolet Blazer
1995–1998 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
2019–2025 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
Chevrolet Bolt
2017–2019 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
Chevrolet Camaro
2010–2015 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2010–2016 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2016–2025 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
Chevrolet Caprice PPV
2014–2017 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet Captiva
2011–2015 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2011–2015 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
Chevrolet Cavalier
1995–2005 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
Chevrolet City Express
2014–2018 · Keyless Remote Partly DIY
Program the buttons yourself with the Nissan onboard method (steps below); the transponder chip is a separate locksmith job.
2015–2018 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Nissan NV200 platform — the transponder chip can’t be self-programmed; an automotive locksmith codes it with the right tool.
Chevrolet Cobalt
2006–2010 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
Chevrolet Colorado
2008–2012 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
2015+ · Keyless Remote Locksmith
These trucks need an automotive locksmith with a scan tool to program the remote — still well under dealer pricing.
2015–2025 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet Corvette
2005–2013 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
Chevrolet Cruze
2010–2019 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
2010–2016 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2011–2016 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2016–2019 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
2017–2019 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — syncs onboard with a working key. Message us your year for the exact sequence.
Chevrolet Equinox
2007–2009 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2007–2009 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2010–2019 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2010–2019 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2018–2025 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
Chevrolet Express
1995–1998 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
2008–2014 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2014–2021 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2015–2024 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet HHR
2006–2011 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
Chevrolet Impala
2014–2019 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2014–2019 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2014–2020 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
2015–2019 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet Kodiak
2003–2005 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
Chevrolet Malibu
2004–2013 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2013–2025 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
2014–2016 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2014–2017 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2016–2019 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — syncs onboard with a working key. Message us your year for the exact sequence.
Chevrolet Monte Carlo
2006–2007 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
Chevrolet S-10
1995–2004 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
Chevrolet Silverado
1995–2005 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
2007–2013 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2007–2013 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2014+ · Keyless Remote Locksmith
These trucks need an automotive locksmith with a scan tool to program the remote — still well under dealer pricing.
2014–2025 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
2019–2025 · Smart Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet Sonic
2012–2017 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2012–2019 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2015–2018 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2017–2020 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
2019–2020 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet Spark
2013–2016 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2013–2016 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2016–2023 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
2019 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
2019–2021 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet SS
2014–2017 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
Chevrolet Suburban
1995–2006 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
2007–2014 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2008–2014 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2015–2019 · Keyless Remote Locksmith
These trucks need an automotive locksmith with a scan tool to program the remote — still well under dealer pricing.
2015–2025 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
2015–2021 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet Tahoe
2000–2006 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
2007–2014 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below.
2007–2014 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2015–2019 · Keyless Remote Locksmith
These trucks need an automotive locksmith with a scan tool to program the remote — still well under dealer pricing.
2015–2025 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
2015–2021 · Transponder Chip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet Trailblazer
2021 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
Chevrolet Traverse
2007–2017 · Keyless Remote Do it yourself
Keyless-entry remote — program it yourself from the dash in about 5 minutes, no tools. Steps below. (2011-and-newer Traverse may need a locksmith — if the dash has no FOB PROG option, it’s a locksmith job.)
2009–2017 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2018–2025 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
Chevrolet Trax
2013–2019 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below. (2015-and-newer years need a locksmith.)
2015–2018 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Do it yourself
Flip key with buttons — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
2017–2025 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
2019–2021 · Turn-Ignition Flip Key Locksmith
Programmed by an automotive locksmith with a scan tool — still beats dealer pricing.
Chevrolet Typhoon
1995–2005 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
Chevrolet Uplander
2005–2009 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
Chevrolet Venture
1997–1998 · Metal Key No programming
A plain metal key — no chip, no programming. Just have it cut to match your lock.
1999–2005 · Transponder Chip Key Do it yourself
Chipped key — DIY with a working key, or a ~30-minute relearn if all keys are lost (no tools). Steps below.
Chevrolet Volt
2017–2019 · Smart Key Do it yourself
Push-to-start key — program it yourself: add a spare, or a full relearn with no keys at all, no tools. Steps below.
Push-to-start smart key — do it yourself
Your Chevrolet has the relearn built in. You’ll need the new key’s emergency blade cut to your car first (any shop can do it). Then pick the path that fits your situation.
If you have two working smart keys (about 10 minutes)
- Place both working smart keys in the cupholder.
- On the driver’s door, pop off the lock-cylinder cap to the right of the handle — slip the door key into the slot underneath and lift the cover off.
- Insert the new key’s cut emergency blade into that lock and turn to UNLOCK five times within 10 seconds. The dash will read “Ready for Remote #3.”
- Lift the tray and rubber mat in the center console and set the new key in the transmitter pocket. Press ENGINE START/STOP — the dash confirms when it’s learned.
- Take the key out and press LOCK or UNLOCK to finalize. Hold START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit, then test.
If all your keys are lost (about 30 minutes, no tools)
- Pop the driver’s-door lock cap as above, insert the cut emergency blade, and turn to UNLOCK five times within 10 seconds. The dash reads “Remote Learn Pending, Please Wait.”
- Wait 10 minutes until the dash says “Press Start Button to Learn,” then press START/STOP. Repeat that wait-and-press three times total — the car is making sure no one’s stealing it.
- After the third round the dash reads “Ready for Remote #1.” Set the key in the transmitter pocket, press START/STOP, then press LOCK or UNLOCK to finalize. Hold START/STOP 12 seconds to exit, and test.
Flip key & chipped key — do it yourself
Chevrolet’s immobilizer relearn is built into the car — no tools either way. Add a spare in minutes if you have a working key, or do the timed relearn if you’re starting from scratch.
Adding a spare (you have one working key — about 5 minutes)
- Insert your working key and turn to ON/RUN (just short of cranking the engine).
- Turn back to OFF/LOCK and remove the key.
- Within 5 seconds, insert the new key and turn to ON/RUN. The security light goes out — that’s it programmed.
- Remove the key to finish. Repeat for any other keys, then test.
All keys lost (no working key — about 30 minutes)
- Insert your new cut key and turn to ON/RUN (don’t crank the engine). The security/immobilizer light comes on.
- Leave it in ON and wait about 10 minutes, until the security light turns off.
- Turn the key OFF for about 5 seconds.
- Repeat that ON → 10-minute wait → OFF cycle three times total (about 30 minutes) — the car relearns the key on the third pass.
- After the third cycle, start the engine to confirm, then test the key.
City Express remote programming
The City Express is built on the Nissan NV200 platform, so its remote uses the Nissan onboard method — about 5 minutes, no tools. This programs the remote buttons only; the transponder chip is a locksmith job.
- Close and lock all doors using the driver’s power lock/unlock switch.
- Insert and remove the key from the ignition 6 times within 10 seconds (do not turn it). The hazard lights flash to confirm you’re in programming mode.
- Insert the key and turn to ACC.
- Within 5 seconds, press LOCK on the first remote. The hazards flash to confirm it’s programmed.
- For another remote: unlock then lock all doors with the driver’s switch, then within 5 seconds press LOCK on the next remote.
- Turn the ignition off and remove the key to finish, then test every button.
Keyless-entry remote — do it yourself
These GM keyless remotes learn right from the dash — no tools, about 5 minutes. Have every remote you want working with you (existing plus new), because the relearn clears the old ones — program them all in one session. Pick the method that matches your dash.
If your radio has a display screen (DISP button)
- Insert the key and turn the ignition to ON/ACC — just shy of cranking the engine.
- Press and hold the DISP button on the radio for 5–10 seconds, until the settings menu appears.
- Press SEEK up or down until “FOB PROG” shows on the display.
- Press PREV or NEXT to open the sub-menu — it will read “BEGIN.”
- Press DISP to enter programming mode.
- When “PUSH FOB” appears, press and hold LOCK and UNLOCK together for 15 seconds on the first remote. The vehicle chimes to confirm.
- Repeat for every remote you want to use, including your existing ones.
- Scroll until “EXIT” shows and press DISP to finish — the vehicle chimes again. Test every button.
If your dash has no display screen (trip-odometer button)
- Insert the key and turn the ignition to ON/ACC — just shy of cranking.
- Press the Trip Odometer Reset button until “RELEARN REMOTE KEY” is displayed.
- Press and hold the Trip Odometer Reset button for 3 seconds, until “REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE” shows — you’re now in programming mode.
- Press and hold LOCK and UNLOCK together for 15 seconds on the first remote. The vehicle chimes to confirm.
- Repeat for any additional remotes, including your existing ones.
- Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key to exit. Test every button.
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