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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1998FIREBIRD V8-5.7L VIN GREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTANTITHEFT AND ALARM SYSTEMSSERVICE AND REPAIRPROGRAMMINGPROGRAMMING ADDITIONAL KEYS
1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN G
Programming Additional Keys
1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN GSECTION Programming Additional Keys
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 35628-A PASS/VATS Interrogator
In order to copy an ignition key, determine which PASS-Key II(R) key code or resistance value is needed. Test the key that you will copy in order to determine the code. Use the following steps in order to determine the code:
1. Insert the customer's spare ignition key into the key code reader on the J 35628-A.
2. Press the On-Off rocker switch to the ON position.
3. A number from 1 to 15 will appear in the window designating the electrical code of the key.
4. Cut a new key.
Ensure that the key has the electrical code that was determined by the J 35628-A.
5. Start the engine with the new key in order to ensure the key is mechanically and electrically correct.
J 35628-A PASS/VATS Interrogator
In order to copy an ignition key, determine which PASS-Key II(R) key code or resistance value is needed. Test the key that you will copy in order to determine the code. Use the following steps in order to determine the code:
1. Insert the customer's spare ignition key into the key code reader on the J 35628-A.
2. Press the On-Off rocker switch to the ON position.
3. A number from 1 to 15 will appear in the window designating the electrical code of the key.
4. Cut a new key.
Ensure that the key has the electrical code that was determined by the J 35628-A.
5. Start the engine with the new key in order to ensure the key is mechanically and electrically correct.
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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.