2012 Chevy Volt Key/Fob Programming

[@mattbernstein9870]

You just saved me, would have been stranded in the middle of nowhere after a hike without this video. Many thanks!

[@j_laclose]

THANK YOU!! This saved me $130 in service charges.

[@Zumndad]

This was amazingly helpful. It helped me confirm one of my remotes was trash and I was able to reprogram the new one exactly as described. It was fun trying to get the laser cut key piece swapped over to the new remote, but I figured that out...thanks to KZbin videos like yours.

[@TheSilbermans]

Adding one thing: Push the start button before dropping the key in the slot after the 3 10 min session. Then again after you hit the unlock on each key being programmed to get it ready for the next key.

[@wgwinatl]

Thank you

[@thagipper]

This procedure only applies if you don't have a functioning key fob. If you have a functioning key fob, then adding more is a much faster/easier process. Read owners manual for instructions.

[@wallstreettkid]

I don’t see it in the manual.

[@thagipper]

@@wallstreettkid It is in the "Keys, Doors, and windows" section of the owner's manual. I have two Volt's and have programmed FOB';s for both of them. It is remarkably easy once you get the hang of it.

[@saviofernandes2370]

​@@thagipper don't seem to find it

[@thagipper]

@@saviofernandes2370 I just downloaded the Owners Manual from Chevrolet's website and found the instructions on page 2-5 of the Keys, Doors, and Windows section of the manual. Use the search tab and search: "Programming with a Recognized Transmitter"

[@DiazP128]

Your way got the job done. Thank you. Saved me some money of getting the dealer to program it for me.

[@jeff0807]

Thank you, you saved me $$$ and the inconvenience of taking it to the dealer.

[@MyName-eg6fm]

Thank you, without your help I wouldn't be in my car right now. Much love stay safe.

[@00Skyfox]

Does the 2012 service manual cover much of the same things as a 2013 service manual would? Because I can't find a 2013 service manual anywhere for my Volt.

[@connernixon9281]

Same

[@benxavier1706]

Much thanks - Family from San Diego.

[@lolanguyen4228]

This man right here MVP 🎉😢😂 saved me time and a headache. You sir are a angel sent from heaven you!!!

[@AIRStudio-AngelRiveros]

Anyone went over the 45 min re programing steps to find out that the remote was good all the time and that you just forgot to remove the little plastic thing of the battery 😐 oh no? Just me 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@professorgreg9972]

Dude. So helpful! I’m gonna try this with the new FOB I got later today.

[@edbass2769]

Awesome job finding the windshield connection problem. Would you please share the service manual link again?

[@russofamerica]

Super useful! Thanks for taking the time to make this.

[@Mrjlcand]

Hello, I have a 2012 Ampera and a 2013 Volt and I can't get into key programming mode, I open and close the lock 5 times and when I get inside the car I I have the same thing as usual and no key programming message, what should I do to be able to program my keys?

[@KantaBanes]

El video estuvo magistral y regalarnos el manual de servicio, grandioso! Muchísimas gracias por compartir ambos tesoros. Tienes mi like y la suscripción a tu canal.

[@TecnamTwin]

They you for posting this! Helped me out.

[@thedisccount5668]

I just wish Chevy could make this process a little more complicated

[@jeremymorgan9582]

This helped a ton, but mine let me add the keys in less than 30 seconds. No complaints here! I do not know what I did though lol.

[@menogna]

Hello, the car lost remote access to the existing key and I reprogrammed it, it worked for a few hours and then it lost contact again, probably the key board have any issue? (I also changed the battery 2032)

[@sangkang6294]

What automaker make you jump hurdles to reprogram new keys...

[@MattB787]

You can jump hurdles for nearly nothing in your own garage, or you can get bent over by the dealer with a Ford or Toyota key program - at least GM allows you to do it, on nearly every car they have.

[@MattB787]

I wonder if you had no master key at all, if you can gain access to the driver lock (take the door panel off), manually move the locking mechanism to enter program mode, then program a new key? Only asking because I'm looking at a wrecked Volt with no key.

[@TecnamTwin]

Dealer can laser cut a new key with only the car's VIN. Just had this done.

[@dallinromney]

Great walk through, thanks!!

[@dustingoodroad]

How many miles are you at and do you still enjoy the car?? I have a 2013 with 160k miles and it’s great still. Hoping it gets to 300k

[@memoirmystery]

I’m at 160 with a 2011 still loving it!

[@tasaytabay5350]

I bought a key online already cut..i tried turning 5 times outside...but wouldnt turn..it fits but dont turn..am i doing it wrong?/can u help me out?

[@xavierramirez330]

i think i have to unprogram mine from the old car. did all this didnt work and the fob is still working on my other volt i have 3 volts and this one the buttons fell off so im trying to get one from the other volt and program to this one. do you know how?

[@starkycarrillo]

GREAT I try 3 times and work super 👌👍

[@angelnguyen6412]

Can u put a link where u bought your key fob? Does it need to be uncut prior to programming it in the car? Sorry I’m totally new to this!

[@TheSilbermans]

Angelina Nguyen - the 2 FOBs I used were original but you can purchase new ones (you will have to program) on Amazon. You will also need to get them cut if you ever want to open the doors manually with them...

[@angelnguyen6412]

TheSilbermans Thank you!

[@angelnguyen6412]

TheSilbermans hi again, I have one more question for you... i am thinking of buying this and have asked the seller if this comes with the interior pieces. I dont need the key to be cut but I just need to know if this key comes with all the parts inside. Would you be able to tell? www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-2010-2017-GM-5-BUTTON-HIGH-SECURITY-FLIP-KEY-FCC-OHT01060512/123575923263?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160908105057%26meid%3D2551ba79d35846438c26c2f09014f69b%26pid%3D100675%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D5%26sd%3D123575923263%26itm%3D123575923263&_trksid=p2481888.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci%3A9a055e38-2a64-11e9-bfc5-74dbd180e49a%7Cparentrq%3Ac5150e5a1680ab66b3fff477ffcf21b7%7Ciid%3A1 I appreciate your time in reading this.

[@TheSilbermans]

Angelina Nguyen - looks like it does. Lists the chip set and frequency in the description plus they have returns if something does not work.

[@princeofegypt4046]

Thank you, help me alot

[@benjaminanderson7066]

I ❤my Volt

[@nicknoe9850]

Ty so much!!

[@r.2.d.2]

I can't find a single video online that's not complicated lol

[@payoneer6744]

i have other problem. All the buttons on the key are working but keyless go is not working and the key is not detected. I try to reprogram by this way but it is not help. Have anybody such problem and how to solve it. Thanks in advance

[@TheSilbermans]

It sounds like the key fob proximatey sensors are not working. There is one in the center box attached to the windshield. Watch the first part of the video. The box just pops off. I could be unplugged or broken.

[@michellehoffman879]

What years is it?

[@raycuba5145]

great job

[@martawood5064]

Thank you

[@AIRStudio-AngelRiveros]

Thank you!!!!!!

[@edwardmoore6471]

I wasn't able to watch it it kept buffering the whole time