1997 Cadillac Seville

Programming Guide for 1997 Smart Keyless Entry Remote Fob – Cadillac Seville

Important Notice: The 1997 Seville supports onboard programming for remote entry fobs. The procedure depends on whether the vehicle is equipped with an analog or digital instrument cluster. Follow the correct steps for your configuration. The system will exit programming mode if inactive for more than 30 seconds during key steps.

Procedure for Vehicles with Analog Instrument Cluster:

  • Step 1: Enter Diagnostic Mode Press and hold the OFF and WARM buttons on the Climate Control Panel simultaneously. All dashboard lights will briefly illuminate, then turn off. This indicates the system has entered diagnostic mode.
  • Step 2: Access the Remote Programming Menu Press the PASSENGER COOLER button repeatedly until RFA appears on the display. Press FAN UP to enter. If RFA DATA is displayed, press FAN DOWN. If RFA OVERRIDE is shown, press FAN UP again.
  • Step 3: Begin Programming Sequence When RFA 500 NO OVERRIDE is displayed, press FAN DOWN. Wait for RFA 501 PROGRAM FOB #1, then press FAN UP. A “0” will appear on the Driver Information Center—press the WARM button until it displays 99.
  • Step 4: Program the First Remote Press and hold the TRUNK button on the remote. While holding TRUNK, press and hold the LOCK button for one second. Continue holding both buttons for a total of 3 seconds. The door locks will cycle to confirm successful programming. If not completed within 30 seconds of selecting “99”, the session will exit. Restart from Step 2 if needed.
  • Step 5: Program a Second Remote (Optional) Press FAN DOWN until RFA 502 PROGRAM FOB #2 appears. Press FAN UP, then repeat Step 4 for the second remote.
  • Step 6: Exit Programming Mode Press any of the following: AUTO, MODE UP, MODE DOWN, or RESET.

Procedure for Vehicles with Digital Instrument Cluster:

  • Step 1: Enter Diagnostic Mode Press and hold the OFF and WARM buttons on the Climate Control Center at the same time. All indicator lights will illuminate briefly, then go blank. The system is now in diagnostic mode.
  • Step 2: Navigate to Remote Programming Press FAN DOWN until RFA appears. Press FAN UP to select. Continue with FAN DOWN until RFA OVERRIDE is shown. Press FAN UP to proceed. When NO OVRD RF 500 appears, press FAN UP again.
  • Step 3: Prepare the System for Programming When PGM FOBL 501 is displayed, press the WARM button. The number 99 will appear in the upper-left corner of the display, confirming readiness.
  • Step 4: Program the First Remote Press and hold the TRUNK button on the remote. While holding TRUNK, press and hold the LOCK button for one second. Continue holding both buttons for a total of 3 seconds. The locks will cycle, confirming the fob is programmed. If not completed within 30 seconds, the system will exit and you must restart from Step 2.
  • Step 5: Add a Second Remote (Optional) Press FAN UP until PGM FOB2 502 is displayed. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 with the second remote.
  • Step 6: Exit Programming Mode To exit, press either the RECIRC or RESET button.

Additional Considerations:

Programming Time Limit: Complete remote programming within 30 seconds of system readiness to avoid timeout.

Battery Check: Confirm remote batteries are in working condition before starting.

System Limit: The vehicle supports programming of up to two remotes.

Programming Confirmation: Lock cycling confirms successful remote pairing.