1999

Acura CL Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions – 1999 Model

Important: This vehicle allows onboard programming. Follow the steps below to program up to three remote fobs.

Step-by-Step Programming Instructions:

  • Step 1: Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the ON (II) position.
  • Step 2: Within 1 to 4 seconds, press the lock or unlock button on the remote while pointing it toward the keyless entry receiver, located near the steering column.
  • Step 3: Within 1 to 4 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  • Step 4: Within 1 to 4 seconds, turn the ignition switch back to the ON (II) position.
  • Step 5: Within 1 to 4 seconds, press the lock or unlock button on the remote again, aiming it at the receiver.
  • Step 6: Within 1 to 4 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  • Step 7: Within 4 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Step 8: Within 1 to 4 seconds, press the lock or unlock button on the remote.
  • Step 9: Within 4 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  • Step 10: Within 4 seconds, turn the ignition switch back to the ON (II) position.
  • Step 11: Within 1 to 4 seconds, press the lock or unlock button again.
  • Step 12: The door lock actuators should respond, indicating the vehicle has entered programming mode. Within 1 to 4 seconds, press the lock or unlock button once more.
  • Step 13: Within 10 seconds, program up to three remotes by aiming each one at the receiver and pressing the lock or unlock button. The door locks should cycle after each successful code is stored.
  • Step 14: Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the key.
  • Step 15: Test each remote to confirm successful programming.