Buick Encore Key Fob Programming

Updated 2026 2014–2020 7 model years

Programming steps, the battery it takes, and the exact replacement fob for every Buick Encore model year we cover (2014–2020). Find your year in the table, then jump to the details for that generation.

Shop Buick Encore key fobs on Amazon Match the FCC ID for your year (table below) before you buy.

Every Buick Encore model year

Key fob programming method, fob type and battery for each Buick Encore model year
Year	Programming	Key fob	Battery
2020	GM Key and Smart Key Programming With or Without a Working Key	Remote Head Key, Proximity Key · 3/4/5-button	CR2032 battery on Amazon
2019	GM Key and Smart Key Programming With or Without a Working Key	Remote Head Key, Proximity Key · 3/4/5-button	CR2032 battery on Amazon
2018	GM Key and Smart Key Programming With or Without a Working Key	Remote Head Key, Proximity Key · 3/4/5-button	CR2032 battery on Amazon
2017	GM Key and Smart Key Programming With or Without a Working Key	Remote Head Key, Proximity Key · 3/4/5-button	CR2032 battery on Amazon
2016	GM Key and Transmitter Programming by Ignition Type	Remote Head Key · 3/4/5-button	CR2032 battery on Amazon
2015	GM Key and Transmitter Programming by Ignition Type	Remote Head Key · 3/4/5-button	CR2032 battery on Amazon
2014	GM Key and Transmitter Programming by Ignition Type	Remote Head Key · 3/4/5-button	CR2032 battery on Amazon

2020 Buick Encore

How to program your key fob

This GM vehicle comes in two ignition types — match yours: a regular key ignition (transponder or flip key) or push-button start (smart key). Each has a method for two working keys and one for when you have one or none.

Full steps: GM Key and Smart Key Programming With or Without a Working Key

Replacement key fobs

Find your key type below, then match the FCC ID printed on the back of your existing fob — or, for a plain transponder key, the blank code — to be sure of the right part.

Proximity Key

3 versions

Stays in your pocket — the car unlocks and starts without inserting a key.

3/4-button Proximity Key

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FCC ID: HYQ4AA
OE part #: 13506665, 13508417, 13532383, 13532390, 5944125, 5947338
Frequency: 315 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46 GM EXT

3/4/5-button Proximity Key

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FCC ID: HYQ4EA
OE part #: 13506667, 13506668, 13511629, 13521090, 13530511, 13532384 +10 more
Frequency: 433 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46 GM EXT

3/4/5-button Proximity Key

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FCC ID: HYQ4ES
OE part #: 13530511, 13530513, 13530515, 13532753, 13547675, 13547676 +3 more
Frequency: 433 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46

Remote Head Key

2 versions

One piece: a cut metal blade with the lock/unlock buttons built into the head.

4/5-button Remote Head Key

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FCC ID: OHT05918179, P4O9MK74946931
OE part #: 13500224, 13500225, 13500318, 13500319, 13504202, 13504236 +17 more
Frequency: 315 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46

3/4/5-button Remote Head Key

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FCC ID: AVL-B01T1AC, AVL-B01T2AC, KR55WK50073, OHT01060512, V2T01060512, V2T01060514
OE part #: 13500221, 13500222, 13500226, 13500227, 13501513, 13501514 +56 more
Frequency: 315 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46 GM EXT

Photos show the OEM part for each number listed. Aftermarket replacements sold online are often slightly different in appearance — the FCC ID, not the shape, is what determines whether a fob will work with your car.

2017–2019 Buick Encore

How to program your key fob

Full steps: GM Key and Smart Key Programming With or Without a Working Key

Replacement key fobs

Find your key type below, then match the FCC ID printed on the back of your existing fob — or, for a plain transponder key, the blank code — to be sure of the right part.

Proximity Key

Stays in your pocket — the car unlocks and starts without inserting a key.

3/4-button Proximity Key

Find on Amazon

FCC ID: HYQ4AA
OE part #: 13506665, 13508417, 13532383, 13532390, 5944125, 5947338
Frequency: 315 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46 GM EXT

Remote Head Key

2 versions

One piece: a cut metal blade with the lock/unlock buttons built into the head.

4/5-button Remote Head Key

Find on Amazon

FCC ID: OHT05918179, P4O9MK74946931
OE part #: 13500224, 13500225, 13500318, 13500319, 13504202, 13504203 +19 more
Frequency: 315 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46

3/4/5-button Remote Head Key

Find on Amazon

FCC ID: AVL-B01T1AC, AVL-B01T2AC, KR55WK50073, OHT01060512, V2T01060512, V2T01060514
OE part #: 13500221, 13500222, 13500226, 13500227, 13501513, 13501514 +56 more
Frequency: 315 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46 GM EXT

2014–2016 Buick Encore

How to program your key fob

This GM vehicle comes in two ignition types. On a regular key ignition you add a key with one working key. On push-button start you program transmitters — use the method matching whether you have a working transmitter.

Full steps: GM Key and Transmitter Programming by Ignition Type

Replacement key fobs

Find your key type below, then match the FCC ID printed on the back of your existing fob — or, for a plain transponder key, the blank code — to be sure of the right part.

Remote Head Key

2 versions

One piece: a cut metal blade with the lock/unlock buttons built into the head.

4/5-button Remote Head Key

Find on Amazon

FCC ID: OHT05918179, P4O9MK74946931
OE part #: 13500224, 13500225, 13500318, 13500319, 13504202, 13504203 +19 more
Frequency: 315 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46

3/4/5-button Remote Head Key

Find on Amazon

FCC ID: AVL-B01T1AC, AVL-B01T2AC, KR55WK50073, OHT01060512, V2T01060512, V2T01060514
OE part #: 13500221, 13500222, 13500226, 13500227, 13501513, 13501514 +60 more
Frequency: 315 MHz
Chip: PHILIPS ID 46 GM EXT

Buick Encore key fob battery

Your Buick Encore key fob uses a CR2032 3V lithium coin cell. A fresh one typically lasts 3–5 years.

Buy Energizer CR2032 Lithium Coin Batteries (4-pack) on Amazon

How to replace the battery

1 Look for a small notch or screw on the side of the fob where the key blade meets the buttons.
2 Pry the housing apart with a coin or small flathead (or remove the screw).
3 Pop out the old coin cell, noting its orientation.
4 Insert the new battery the same way up, then snap the case shut.
5 Test the buttons — if they work, you're done.

Battery tips

Use a fresh, name-brand 3V lithium cell — bargain cells drain quickly.
Try not to touch both faces of the new battery; skin oils shorten its life.
If the buttons still don't respond after a new battery, the remote may need re-syncing or programming.

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