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[Key & Remote Programming Instructions](https://guide.carkeysexpress.com/remote-programming-instructions?hsLang=en#key-remote-programming-instructions) # 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Remote Programming Instructions ## NOTE: The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen remotes no longer work. Any remaining remotes will need to be reprogrammed. Each vehicle can have up to eight remotes matched to it. ### Programming with a Recognized remote (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) NOTE: A new remote can be programmed to the vehicle when there is one recognized remote. To program, the vehicle must be off and all of the remotes, both currently recognized and new, must be with you. 1. Place the recognized remote(s) in the remote pocket. The remote pocket is 2. inside the center console storage area. 3. Insert the vehicle key of the new remote into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays READY FOR REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5. 4. Place the new remote into the remote pocket. 5. Press the START button. When the remote is learned, the DIC will show that it is ready to program the next remote. 6. Remove the remote from the remote pocket and press UNLOCK. To program additional remotes, repeat Steps 3--5. 7. When all additional remotes are programmed, press and hold the START button for 10 seconds to exit Programming mode.   ### Programming without a Recognized remote (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) #### NOTE: If there are no currently recognized remotes available, follow this procedure to program up to eight remotes. This feature is not available in Canada. This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must be off and all of the remotes to be programmed must be with you. 1. Insert the vehicle key of the remote into the key lock cylinder on the outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN and then press the START button. The DIC displays will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After the third time, all previously known remotes will no longer work with the vehicle. Remaining remotes can be relearned during the next steps. The DIC display should now show READY FOR REMOTE # 1. 4. Place the new remote into the remote pocket, which is inside the center console storage area. 5. Press the START button. When the remote is learned the DIC will show that it is ready to program the next remote. 6. Remove the remote from the remote pocket and press UNLOCK. 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