Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - Transmitter - Resynchronization

2001 Chevrolet Lumina V6-3.1L VIN JSECTION Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - Transmitter - Resynchronization
Perform this procedure when:
^ A keyless entry transmitter is malfunctioning.
^ Before programming a keyless entry transmitter.
^ After replacing the batteries on the keyless entry transmitter.

To resynchronize the transmitter:
1. Press and hold both the UNLOCK and LOCK buttons simultaneously on the keyless entry transmitter for seven seconds.
2. If the keyless entry transmitter is resynchronized while in range of the vehicle (next to the vehicle), the door locks will cycle to provide feedback of successful resynchronization.
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