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Disabling Unlimited Key Mode

NOTE: By disabling the unlimited key mode, the previous access code no longer operates the vehicle.
  1. From the scan tool, follow the on-screen instructions to ENTER SECURITY ACCESS. For additional information, refer to ANTI-THEFT SECURITY ACCESS .
  2. Select: "unlimited key mode OFF" and follow the on-screen instructions.
  3. Select: "Ignition Key Code Erase" and follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. Disconnect the scan tool and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  5. Insert the first PATS  key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the ON position for 3 seconds (6 seconds if it is an IKT  key).
  6. Turn the first PATS  key to the OFF position and remove the key from the ignition lock cylinder.
  7. Insert the second PATS  key into the ignition lock cylinder and turn the key to the ON position for 3 seconds (6 seconds if it is an IKT  key).
  8. NOTE: With the unlimited key mode turned off, a maximum of 8 keys can be programmed into the Instrument Cluster (IC) using the Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys procedure. The IC  PID SPAREKEY must be enabled.

    If it is desired to program additional key(s), refer to KEY PROGRAMMING USING TWO PROGRAMMED KEYS  for each additional key (up to 8 keys, total) that needs to be programmed. The IC  PID SPAREKEY must be enabled.