2017 Buick Encore

2017 Smart Keyless Entry Remote Fob

Programming with Two Programmed Remotes: This method allows you to add a new remote when two functioning remotes are already programmed to the vehicle.

  • Step 1: Ensure the vehicle is completely turned off and parked in a safe location.
  • Step 2: Place both currently programmed remotes into the front cupholder located inside the center console.
  • Step 3: On the driver’s door, insert the emergency key from the new remote into the external key cylinder.
  • Step 4: Turn the key to the unlock position (counterclockwise) five times within 10 seconds.
  • Step 5: The instrument display should show: “READY FOR REMOTE #2,” “#3,” “#4,” or “#5.”
  • Step 6: Remove the two previously programmed remotes from the cupholder.
  • Step 7: Place the new remote into the front cupholder.
  • Step 8: Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
  • Step 9: Wait for the system to confirm the remote has been successfully programmed.
  • Step 10: Remove the remote from the cupholder and press the UNLOCK button to complete the pairing.
  • Step 11: To program additional remotes, repeat Steps 7 through 10 for each one.
  • Step 12: Once all remotes are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.
  • Step 13: Test all programmed remotes to ensure they operate door locks and start the engine correctly.

Programming Without Two Programmed Remotes: Use this method when fewer than two remotes are currently programmed. This procedure will allow up to eight remotes to be programmed, and takes approximately 30 minutes. This feature may not be available in all regions. Some areas may require programming to be completed by a professional technician.

  • Step 1: Insert the emergency key from one of the remotes into the driver’s exterior key cylinder.
  • Step 2: Turn the key to the unlock position (counterclockwise) five times within 10 seconds.
  • Step 3: The instrument display will read: “REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.”
  • Step 4: Wait for approximately 10 minutes until the display shows: “PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN.”
  • Step 5: Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once when prompted.
  • Step 6: The display will again show “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 display should now read: “READY FOR REMOTE #1.”
  • Step 9: Place the new remote into the front cupholder.
  • Step 10: Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once.
  • Step 11: Wait for the system to confirm that the remote has been successfully added. Step 12: Remove the remote from the cupholder and press UNLOCK to finalize programming.
  • Step 13: Repeat Steps 9 through 12 to add any additional remotes.
  • Step 14: After all remotes are programmed, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.
  • Step 15: Test each remote for locking, unlocking, and engine start functions.