2016 Buick Envision

2016 Smart Keyless Entry Remote Fob – Envision

Programming with a Recognized Transmitter: Use this method when you already have one working remote fob. This allows you to program additional remotes using the vehicle's onboard procedure.

  • Step 1: Make sure the vehicle is turned off and safely parked.
  • Step 2: Place the recognized remote fob into the front cupholder inside the vehicle.
  • Step 3: Remove the cap covering the key lock cylinder on the driver’s exterior door handle.
  • Step 4: Insert the emergency key from the new remote into the key lock.
  • Step 5: Turn the key to the unlock position (counterclockwise) five times within 10 seconds.
  • Step 6: The Driver Information Center (DIC) should display: “READY FOR REMOTE #2,” “#3,” “#4,” or “#5.”
  • Step 7: Place the new remote into the front cupholder.
  • Step 8: Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
  • Step 9: Wait for confirmation on the DIC that the remote has been successfully programmed.
  • Step 10: Remove the remote from the cupholder and press the UNLOCK button to finalize pairing.
  • Step 11: To program more remotes, repeat Steps 7 through 10 for each additional remote.
  • Step 12: After all remotes are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 12 seconds to exit programming mode.

Programming Without a Recognized Transmitter: Use this procedure when no remotes are currently programmed. This process allows you to program up to eight new remotes and takes about 30 minutes to complete. This procedure may not be available in all regions.

  • Step 1: Insert the emergency key into the driver's side door lock cylinder.
  • Step 2: Turn the key to the unlock position (counterclockwise) five times within 10 seconds.
  • Step 3: The DIC will display: “REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.”
  • Step 4: Wait approximately 10 minutes without touching the vehicle.
  • Step 5: When prompted, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
  • Step 6: The DIC will return to “REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.”
  • Step 7: Repeat Steps 4 through 6 two more times, for a total of three 10-minute cycles.
  • Step 8: After the third cycle, the DIC should display: “READY FOR REMOTE #1.”
  • Step 9: Place the first new remote into the front cupholder.
  • Step 10: Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
  • Step 11: Wait for confirmation that the remote has been successfully learned.
  • Step 12: Remove the remote from the cupholder and press the UNLOCK button.
  • Step 13: Repeat Steps 9 through 12 for each additional remote you wish to program.
  • Step 14: Once all desired remotes are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 12 seconds to exit programming mode.