Programming your 2003 Honda CRV car remote can seem daunting, but it’s a straightforward process you can complete at home. Whether you’ve purchased a new remote or need to reprogram your existing one, this guide will walk you through each step to get your key fob working seamlessly with your vehicle’s security system. This do-it-yourself approach saves you time and money compared to dealership programming.
Step-by-Step Programming Instructions
Before you begin, ensure you have all your remotes ready, as entering programming mode will erase all previously programmed remotes. You will need to reprogram all of them during this session. It’s crucial to complete each step within 5 seconds of the last to stay in programming mode.
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Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. This is the position right before you would start the engine.
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Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on one of your remotes. It doesn’t matter if the remote is currently programmed or not for this step.
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Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. This is the position where the car is completely off.
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Repeat steps 1, 2, and 3 two more times. Make sure to use the same remote you used in step 2 for these repetitions. You should now have completed the sequence three times.
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Turn the ignition switch back to the ON (II) position.
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Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the same remote used in the previous steps one more time. If you have successfully entered programming mode, the power door locks should cycle (lock and unlock) automatically. This confirms you are ready to program your remotes.
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Now, take each remote you wish to program, and press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on each one. After pressing a button on each remote, the door locks should cycle again, indicating that the system has accepted and programmed that remote.
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Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position to exit programming mode. The door locks should cycle one last time to confirm the process is complete and you have exited programming mode.
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Test all programmed remotes to ensure they are working correctly by pressing the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons and verifying the door locks respond accordingly.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your 2003 Honda CRV car remote. If you encounter any issues or need to purchase a replacement remote, visit Keylessentryremotefob.com for a wide selection of key fobs and expert support.
