Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK1998LESABRE V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTANTITHEFT AND ALARM SYSTEMSKEYLESS ENTRYSERVICE AND REPAIRTRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING
1998 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN K
Transmitter Programming
1998 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Transmitter Programming
Tools Required
J 36169-A Fused Jumper Wire
Important: Before entering the programming mode, verity possession of all the transmitters you will be using on the vehicle. Once you program the. transmitter, the memory erases. The other transmitters will not be functional until you program the transmitters again. You may program up to 4 transmitters. Perform the following procedure when adding new transmitters or replacing tailed transmitters:
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Use a J 36169-A in order to jumper the DLC terminal 8 (BLK/WHT) to terminal 4 (BLK).
3. Close all of the doors.
4. Turn the ignition switch ON. The doors will cycle to lock.
5. Press and hold the LOCK button and the UNLOCK button on one transmitter.
After a 30 second delay the doors will lock and unlock.
Important: Do not turn the ignition OFF or the first transmitter will become inoperative.
6. In order to program extra transmitters, repeat step 5.
7. Disconnect the J 36169-A from the DLC.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.