2022 Buick Encore

2022 Smart Keyless Entry Remote Fob

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

  • Step 1: Make sure the vehicle is off and parked in a safe location.
  • Step 2: Place both programmed remotes into the front cupholder inside the center console.
  • Step 3: Go to the exterior driver’s door and insert the emergency key from the new remote into the key lock cylinder.
  • Step 4: Turn the key to the unlock position (counterclockwise) five times within 10 seconds.
  • Step 5: The Driver Information Center (DIC) should display: “READY FOR REMOTE #2,” “#3,” “#4,” or “#5.”
  • Step 6: Remove the two 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 DIC to confirm that the new remote has been successfully learned.
  • Step 10: Remove the new remote from the cupholder and press the UNLOCK button to complete the process.
  • Step 11: To program additional remotes, repeat Steps 7 through 10 for each one.
  • Step 12: After programming is complete, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.
  • Step 13: Test all remotes to ensure they lock/unlock the doors and start the engine properly.

Programming Without Two Programmed Remotes: Use this method if you do not have two working remotes. This process will allow programming of up to eight remotes and takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. This method may not be supported in all countries or regions.

  • Step 1: Insert the emergency key into the driver’s door key 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 pressing any buttons.
  • Step 5: When the DIC displays “PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN,” 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 additional times, for a total of three 10-minute cycles.
  • Step 8: After the third cycle, the DIC should show: “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 the remote has been accepted.
  • Step 12: Remove the remote and press UNLOCK to finish programming.
  • Step 13: Repeat Steps 9 through 12 for any additional remotes you wish to add.
  • Step 14: Once all remotes are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 10 seconds to exit programming mode.
  • Step 15: Test each remote to confirm it can start the vehicle and operate door functions.