2012 Cadillac CTS

Programming Guide for 2012 Smart Keyless Entry Remote Fob – CTS

(Smart Key System Only)

If You Have One Recognized Remote: You may program additional remotes if at least one is currently paired with the vehicle.

(Note: Vehicles sold in Canada require two recognized remotes to initiate programming.)

  • Step 1: Ensure the vehicle is turned off.
  • Step 2: Place the recognized remote(s) in the cupholder. Keep the new remote within reach.
  • Step 3: Insert the mechanical key into the driver’s door lock cylinder.
  • Step 4: Turn the key to the unlock position five times within five seconds.
  • Step 5: The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display: “Ready to Learn Electronic Key #2, 3, or 4.”
  • Step 6: Insert the new remote into the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing forward. (The transmitter pocket is located inside the center console between the driver and front passenger seats.)
  • Step 7: A chime will sound once the remote is programmed. The DIC will update to show the next key number or display “Maximum Number of Electronic Keys Learned.”
  • Step 8: Press the ignition knob to exit programming mode.
  • Step 9: Remove the remote from the pocket and press the unlock button twice to verify functionality.
  • Step 10: To program additional remotes, repeat Steps 6 through 9.

If No Recognized Remotes Are Available: Use the following steps to program new remotes when no previously paired remotes are available. (This method includes three 10-minute delay cycles.)

  • Step 1: Confirm the vehicle is turned off.
  • Step 2: Insert the new remote into the transmitter pocket with the buttons facing forward.
  • Step 3: Insert the mechanical key into the driver’s door lock cylinder.
  • Step 4: Turn the key to the unlock position five times within five seconds.
  • Step 5: The DIC will display: “Press Start Control to Learn Keys.”
  • Step 6: Press the ignition switch.
  • Step 7: The DIC will show: “Learn Delay Active – Wait XX Minutes” and begin a countdown.
  • Step 8: Once prompted, press the ignition switch again.
  • Step 9: Repeat the countdown process two more times by following Steps 7 and 8 again.
  • Step 10: After the third cycle, a chime will sound and the DIC will display: “Ready to Learn Electronic Key #1.” (At this point, all previous remote pairings will be cleared from the system.)
  • Step 11: Another chime will confirm the remote has been programmed.
  • Step 12: The DIC will advance to “Ready to Learn Electronic Key #2.”
  • Step 13: To program additional remotes, insert each one into the transmitter pocket. A chime will sound after each successful registration.
  • Step 14: When four remotes have been learned, the DIC will display: “Maximum Number of Electronic Keys Learned” and exit programming mode.
  • Step 15: Press the ignition control knob to finalize the programming session.
  • Step 16: Press the unlock button on each remote to verify successful programming.