Lost your key fob or need to program a new one for your 1998 Honda CRV? Don’t worry, programming your key fob at home is a straightforward process that can save you a trip to the dealership. This guide provides you with easy-to-follow steps to program your 1998 Honda CRV key fob, allowing you to regain remote access to your vehicle quickly and efficiently.
Before you begin, it’s important to note a couple of key points. Entering programming mode will erase all previously programmed remotes. This means you’ll need to reprogram all of your key fobs during this session, not just the new one. Also, each step must be completed within 5 seconds of the last to keep the system in programming mode. Having all your remotes ready and understanding the steps beforehand will make the process smoother.
Here are the steps to program your 1998 Honda CRV key fob:
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Turn the ignition to the ON position (II). This is the position right before you would crank the engine to start.
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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 to the LOCK (0) position. This is the position where the key is fully turned back, and the car is off.
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Repeat steps 1, 2, and 3 two more times using the same key fob remote you used in step 2. So, you will have completed the sequence of ON, press button, LOCK a total of three times.
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Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again.
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Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the same remote used previously. At this point, the power door locks should cycle (lock and unlock) automatically. This indicates that you have successfully entered programming mode.
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Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on each remote you wish to program. After pressing a button on each remote, you should hear the door locks cycle again, confirming that the system has accepted and programmed that remote.
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Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. This will exit the programming mode.
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Test your remotes. Press the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on each programmed remote to ensure they are working correctly.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your 1998 Honda CRV key fob. Enjoy the convenience of your working remote! If you encounter any issues or need a replacement key fob, remember to check online resources for compatible parts for your Honda CRV model.
