Get support for 2008 Buick LaCrosse

2008 Buick LaCrosse Support Question

2008 Buick LaCrosse Support Question

Find answers below for this question about 2008 Buick LaCrosse.
Need a 2008 Buick LaCrosse manual? We have 1 online manual for this item!
Question posted by llbrown101 on November 19th, 2012

How Do I Program A 2008 Buick Lacrosse Keyless Remote

how do i program a 2008 buick lacrosse keyless remote

Current Answers

Answer #1: Posted by bengirlxD on November 19th, 2012 9:04 AM
This answer was accepted by the poster of the original question.
bengirlxD

Member since:
November 5th, 2012

Points: 6,395,085
1,070
points


1. Make sure vehicle is in Park
2. Press Vehicle Information button (has the icon of a car and an 'i')until 'PRESS *check mark* TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY' displays.
3. Press set/reset button. The message 'REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE' will display.
4. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the transmitter at the same time for about 15 seconds. A beep will sound indicating that the transmitter is matched.
5. To match additional transmitters at this time, repeat Step 3. Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it.
6. To exit the program mode, you must cycle the key to LOCK.


Feel free to resubmit the question if you didn't find it useful.

Related Manual Pages

Owner's Manual - Page 1

2008 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety ...Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-24 Mirrors ...2-38 Object Detection Systems ...2-41 OnStar® System ...2-43 Universal Home Remote System ...2-47 Storage Areas ...2-52 Sunroof ...2-54 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-20 Warning...
Owner's Manual - Page 2

...Motors Corporation. We reserve the right to make changes after that may be available in the vehicle for Buick Motor Division whenever it was printed. All Rights Reserved. This manual includes the latest information at the ...www.helminc.com GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and the name LACROSSE are registered trademarks of Canada Limited" for quick reference.
Owner's Manual - Page 75

... Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar® ...2-39 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-40 Outside Power Heated Mirrors ...2-40 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-40 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-5 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Doors and Locks ...2-11 Door Locks ...2-11 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Delayed Locking ...2-12 Automatic Door Lock ...2-12...
Owner's Manual - Page 78

...1. See Roadside Assistance Program on programming a new key. Operation is normal for service. 2-4 Other vehicles or objects may notice a decrease in this : Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system... not cause interference. 2. Any new PASS-Key® III key must be programmed before it will start the vehicle. This device may have spare keys. At ...
Owner's Manual - Page 79

... Start on page 2-20. 2-5 With Remote Start Shown, Without Remote Start Similar Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions will work up to 195 feet (60 m) away, however, the operating range may be programmed to come on and stay on for additional information. If " is pressed again within five seconds...
Owner's Manual - Page 82

...time can affect the performance of the transmitter, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start button for remote starting. There are other conditions which can be extended ...is still running, to have the vehicle in some communities may restrict the use the remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat the previous steps, while the engine ...
Owner's Manual - Page 85

... the doors and fall out of the vehicle in the driver's door lock cylinder briefly counterclockwise to unlock all doors from inside use the remote keyless entry transmitter. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it . A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can easily enter through an unlocked door...
Owner's Manual - Page 86

... the doors automatically. See "Delayed Locking" under DIC Vehicle Personalization on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed when a door is moved into a forward gear. The doors can be displayed. Programmable Automatic Door Unlock The vehicle's doors are programmed to unlock when the shift lever is open. Press the bottom of the...
Owner's Manual - Page 122

... door opener model manufactured before attempting to activate devices such as for security purposes. Be sure that a new battery be erased for future Universal Home Remote programming. It is recommended that people and objects are clear of the garage. It is one triangular Light Emitting Diode (LED) indicator light above the Universal...
Owner's Manual - Page 123

... inside the vehicle, press and hold down the two outside buttons at the same time, releasing only when the Universal Home Remote indicator light begins to program the remaining two Universal Home Remote buttons. 3. Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not follow these actions, the device...
Owner's Manual - Page 124

... helpful to have 30 seconds to assist with the procedure noted in "Gate Operator and Canadian Programming" later in this button, you will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after Universal Home Remote successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Firmly press and release the "Learn...
Owner's Manual - Page 125

... two seconds, and then release. The indicator light will erase all previous programming from the Universal Home Remote buttons. Operation can only occur with the vehicle in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON.../RUN and until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by using the "Programming Universal Home Remote" procedures, regardless of where you live in Canada, or you press and ...
Owner's Manual - Page 126

... your lease. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. 2. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons Erase the programmed buttons when you sell or terminate your vehicle is the five-passenger model, there is a cupholder in this section, beginning with Step 2.
Owner's Manual - Page 145

...'s interior for a period of time after the ignition key is unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Perimeter Lighting Perimeter lighting provides a period of immediate turn off using the Driver Information Center. Delayed Exit Lighting This feature can be programmed either on can be lit for a three to work . Perimeter lighting activates...
Owner's Manual - Page 204

.... The personalization features include the following : Exterior lighting delay Interior lighting delay Delayed locking Content theft Remote keyless entry feedback Remote start TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays as a reminder to two drivers. Customization features can only be programmed to a preferred setting for up to turn off . The first personalized key corresponds to...
Owner's Manual - Page 206

...remain on after the key is removed from the ignition or the vehicle is unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. ON (default): Removing the key from the ignition will stay on ...on the DIC. Press the set to their factory default settings, the DIC will exit the personal program menu, and PERSONAL OPTIONS SAVED will display. 60 seconds: The exterior lamps will stay on for...
Owner's Manual - Page 209

... the DIC display. Personalization Menu Items The following are using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. To select a setting and move on to be recognized as key 1 or 2. REMOTE START If your vehicle has remote start, this screen will not display. If you to program personalization features to a preferred setting to correspond to start the...
Owner's Manual - Page 211

... press of the unlock button on the RKE transmitter. After programming the last option, the message PERSONAL OPTIONS SAVED appears on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. FOB UNLOCK ON 1ST PRESS This ... of the unlock button on the DIC display for the AUTO DOOR UNLOCK feature. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on the RKE transmitter and the setting will be saved for...
Owner's Manual - Page 414

... tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. Roadside Assistance Program For vehicles purchased in the U.S., call 1-800-268-6800. A remote unlock may be provided through this service. 7-8 Services Provided... is provided. Service is responsible for the vehicle operator, regardless of a new Buick vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in Canada only, up to provide diesel may be...
Owner's Manual - Page 416

... "Warranty and Owner Assistance Information" furnished with the Bumper to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for instructions. 7-10 If it can help minimize your dealer/retailer can be scheduled for the same day repair. Buick and General Motors of your transportation needs, your inconvenience. Several courtesy transportation options are urged to...

Similar Questions

Where Is The Radiator Drain Plug Located On A Buick 2008 Lacrosse 6 Cylinder Eng
2008 Buick lacrosse 6 cylinder cxl  need to replace the thermostat and would like to drain radiator.
(Posted by vnobles1 11 years ago)
2006 Buick Lacrosse Keyless Entry Problem
Both mykey fobs stopped working today. I replaced batteries in both fobs about a month ago. I assume...
(Posted by dvwtwo 11 years ago)
Ask a New Question
Use the box below to post a new question about this Buick automobile .
Points & Prizes
  • You can earn points for nearly everything you do on HelpOwl.com
  • You can trade in those points for gift cards at leading retailers such as Amazon.com and Walmart
  • It's that simple!
See How it Works
Create a Free Account

Buick Manuals

Find free 2008 Buick LaCrosse manuals and user guides available at ManualOwl.com. Try out our unique manual viewer allowing you to interact with manuals from directly within your browser!

Buick Reviews

View thousands of Buick user reviews and customer ratings available at ReviewOwl.com.

Contact Information

Complete Buick customer service contact information including steps to reach representatives, hours of operation, customer support links and more from ContactHelp.com.

Scoreboard Ratings

See detailed Buick customer service rankings, employee comments and much more from our sister site.

Buick Recalls

Find comprehensive Buick recall information updated hourly on RecallOwl.com.