Pontiac Key Fob Programming
Of the Pontiacs we cover, only the Vibe can be programmed at home, and it uses Toyota's remote procedure to do it. The G6, Grand Am, Montana and Torrent need a locksmith or dealer. That's 9 model years in total, from 2001 to 2010. Most Pontiac fobs take a CR2032, and two model years take a CR2016. The model pages list the FCC ID and part number for each year.
Choose your Pontiac model for programming steps, the battery it uses, and the correct replacement fob with FCC ID and part number — 9 model years across 5 models.
A brass dot marks models with verified replacement-fob data (FCC ID + part number).
Can you program a Pontiac key fob yourself?
On 2 of the 9 model years we cover (22%). The rest need a locksmith or dealer. Pontiac uses one onboard procedure:
- Toyota Remote Programming With a Door and Ignition Sequence
2 model years · Vibe (2009–2010)
Locksmith or dealer only: G6 (2010); Grand Am (2001–2003, 2005); Montana (2007); Torrent (2006).
What battery does a Pontiac key fob take?
Mostly the CR2032, which covers 7 of 9 model years. Pontiac also uses the CR2016, so check your model and year before you buy.
| Battery | Model years | Models |
|---|---|---|
| CR2032 battery on Amazon | 7 | G6 (2010); Grand Am (2001–2003, 2005); Montana (2007); Torrent (2006) |
| CR2016 battery on Amazon | 2 | Vibe (2009–2010) |
Pontiac key types
The replacement keys we've matched to Pontiac models fall into 3 types. A model year can take more than one, which is why the model pages list each option with its FCC ID.
- Remote 2001–2010
- A separate key fob that only handles locking and unlocking.
- Transponder Key 2001–2010
- A cut metal key with a chip in the head. No buttons.
- Remote Head Key 2009–2010
- One piece: a cut metal blade with the lock/unlock buttons built into the head.
What Pontiac key programming costs
US price ranges for the key types above, with a working key on hand. Losing every key costs more, $200–$500 at a locksmith for a basic fob or transponder key.
| Key | Locksmith | Dealer |
|---|---|---|
| Basic remote, working key on hand | $50–$150 | $100–$250 |
| Transponder or remote-head key | $75–$200 | $150–$350 |
Full breakdown and sources: key fob programming cost .
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