2012 Buick Verano

Programming Guide for 2012 Smart Keyless Entry Remote Fob

Important Notice: If no keys or remotes are available, onboard programming is not supported. In such cases, key programming must be performed by a trained technician using professional diagnostic tools at a certified service center or dealer.

Flip Key Programming – When One Working Key Is Available:

  • Step 1: Sit in the driver’s seat and ensure all doors are securely closed.
  • Step 2: Insert the current, already programmed flip key into the ignition.
  • Step 3: Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position and leave it there for a few seconds.
  • Step 4: Turn the ignition back to the OFF position and remove the key.
  • Step 5: Within five seconds, insert the new flip key into the ignition.
  • Step 6: Turn the new key to the ON/RUN position. The security light on the dashboard should turn off, confirming successful programming.
  • Step 7: Remove the new key and test it by starting the vehicle.
  • Step 8: Repeat Steps 2 through 7 to add more flip keys if necessary.
  • Step 9: Confirm that all programmed keys can operate the vehicle.

Smart Key Programming – All Keys Lost (For keyless push-button start models only):

  • Step 1: Sit inside the vehicle and make sure all doors are closed.
  • Step 2: Use the emergency key to manually unlock the driver’s door by turning it to the unlock position five times within ten seconds.
  • Step 3: The display will read: ""Remote Learn Pending. Please Wait.""
  • Step 4: Wait approximately 10 minutes until the next message appears: ""Press Engine Start Button to Learn.""
  • Step 5: Press the ignition button one time. The system will return to the previous message.
  • Step 6: Repeat Step 5 two more times. After the third cycle, the screen will read: ""Ready for Remote #1.""
  • Step 7: Access the transmitter pocket under the center console cupholder by pulling the cupholder insert out.
  • Step 8: Place the new smart key into the pocket.
  • Step 9: Press the ignition button. Once accepted, the display will change to ""Ready for Remote #2.""
  • Step 10: Remove the remote from the pocket and press the unlock button.
  • Step 11: Repeat Steps 8 through 10 for each additional remote to be programmed.
  • Step 12: Once all desired remotes are added, press and hold the ignition button for five seconds to exit programming mode.
  • Step 13: Test each smart key for remote lock/unlock and push-button start functionality.

Smart Key Programming – Adding a Remote (With One Working Smart Key) (For keyless access models only):

  • Step 1: Sit inside the vehicle with all doors closed.
  • Step 2: Place the working smart key into the front cupholder.
  • Step 3: Remove the emergency key from the new smart key remote.
  • Step 4: Insert the emergency key into the driver’s door lock and turn it to the unlock position five times within ten seconds.
  • Step 5: The display will read: ""Ready for Remote #2"" or the next available number.
  • Step 6: Access the transmitter pocket under the center console cupholder by pulling out the cupholder insert.
  • Step 7: Place the new smart key into the transmitter pocket.
  • Step 8: Press the ignition button. When the key is accepted, the display will show the next available remote number.
  • Step 9: Remove the key from the pocket and press the unlock button.
  • Step 10: Repeat Steps 7 through 9 for each additional smart key you wish to add.
  • Step 11: Press and hold the ignition button for five seconds to exit programming mode.
  • Step 12: Confirm that all remotes work by testing lock, unlock, and engine start.