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Programming RKE on 2013 Express

Old Dec 13, 2018 | 11:21 AM
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Yesterday I purchased a used 2013 Express G2500. The used car dealer only had one key and no FOB for it. I called a local Chevy dealer this morning and they ran the last 8 of the VIN and said yes the van is equipped for RKE. He said the FOB was $83.37 and then there was a programming fee. Anyway of getting around not having to take it to a dealer to get a FOB and get it programmed? Thanks.
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Old Dec 13, 2018 | 11:41 AM
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Sometimes it is does through, or at least partly through, the DIC. I have RKE and there is nothing in my DIC about pairing new key FOBs. Off to the Dealer$hip you go.

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Old Dec 13, 2018 | 11:52 AM
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I didn't ask the dealer when I called but I can imagine its a 5 minute job at the minimum 1/hr labor rate. Crooks! LOL
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Old Dec 13, 2018 | 12:45 PM
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A locksmith may be able to do it as well.
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Old Dec 14, 2018 | 5:53 AM
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Originally Posted by StanVan
A locksmith may be able to do it as well.
Yes I spoke with one yesterday and they can do the programming, $85. Picked up two FOBs for $20.
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Old Dec 14, 2018 | 3:35 PM
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dont get your fob from the dealer ......get these....

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Replaceme...item2f2803508d

i have them for my van and they work great.......
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Old Dec 15, 2018 | 7:06 AM
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Originally Posted by loopedr1
dont get your fob from the dealer ......get these....

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Replaceme...item2f2803508d

i have them for my van and they work great.......
Yup I did get two off eBay.
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