Buick 2004 Rendezvous - Manual (Page 108)

If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to
be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time,
you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses
and Circuit Breakers on page 5-109. If the engine still
does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs
service. If your vehicle does start, the first key may be
faulty. See your dealer who can service the
PASS-Key
® III to have a new key made.
It is possible for the PASS-Key ® III decoder to program
the transponder value of a new or replacement key.
Up to 10 additional keys may be programmed for
the vehicle. This procedure is for programming additional
keys only. If all the currently programmed keys are
lost or do not operate, you must see your dealer or a
locksmith who can service PASS-Key
® III to have
keys made and programmed to the system.
See your dealer who can service PASS-Key ® III to get a
new key blank that is a cut exactly as the ignition key
that operates the system.
Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys,
only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key
® III to
have new keys made. To program additional keys you
will need two current driver’s keys (black in color).
You must add a step to the following procedure. After
Step 3 repeat Steps 1 through 3 with the second current
driver’s key. Then continue with Step 4.
To program the new PK3 ® key do the following:
1. Verify the new key has PK3 ® stamped on it.
2. Insert the original key in the ignition and start the
engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer
for service.
3. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF,
and remove the key.
4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to ON
within 10 seconds of removing the previous key.
5. The SECURITY message will turn off once the key
has been programmed. It may not be apparent that
the SECURITY message went on due to how
quickly the key is programmed.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to
be programmed.
If you are ever driving and the SECURITY message
comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart your
engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key
® III system,
however, is not working properly and must be serviced
by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the
PASS-Key
® III system at this time.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key ® III key, see your
dealer who can service PASS-Key ® III to have a
new key made.
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