How-To: Self Programming Keys and Remote

[VRMS6]

Have seen a few posts asking how to program keys/remotes without going to the dealer. Im posting programming instructions for both. Please note you will need 2 working keys to program them. Remotes it doesnt matter if you have any or not...
NOTE: this is only for switchblade style and seperate key/remote fob only. Will not work with credit card type keys/remote.

Remote programming instructions

Step 1: Open drivers door and leave open.

Step 2: Lock and unlock the driver’s door using the power door lock switch on the door.

Step 3: Insert key into the ignition.

Step 4: Turn key to on position and return to off position. (IMPORTANT - use ON position NOT ACC position). Do this 3 times within 10 seconds. Leave key in the ignition.

Step 5: Open and close the driver’s door 3 times. (Door should be left open after this step).

Step 6: ECU should respond by locking and unlocking the doors.

Step 7: Press any button on remote #1 twice. ECU responds by locking and unlocking the car doors.

Step 8: Press any button on remote #2 (etc.) twice. Each time the ECU will respond by locking & unlocking the doors.

Step 9: Remove the key from the ignition and the ECU will respond a final time with a series of door locks and unlocks. You're done!



Key Programming Instructions

The timing is critical to this procedure, please read through the entire procedure before attempting.
Procedure:
1. Insert one of the pre-programmed transponder keys and turn the ignition to "on", leave on for at least one second (I wait until the red key symbol in the instrument cluster extiinguishes), remove the key from the ignition.
2. Within 5 seconds insert the second pre-programmed key and turn the ignition to "on" for at least one second but no more than 5 seconds (use the key symbol for this as well) then remove the second key.
3. within 10 seconds insert the new key in the ignition and turn the ignition to "on", if you are successful the red key symbol will illuminate then extinguish after about a second.

If you are not successful the red key symbol will flash repeatedly to indicate that you have inserted an invalid key. Remove the key, wait a minute and try it again, it took me a few times to get it perfect and I had done it before.

[keymaster]

Then I guess the obvious question is what the procedure for the credit card keys is...or do those have to go to the dealer for programming?

[VRMS6]

unfortunately credit card key/remote will have to go to dealer for programming....

[Rez]

Very nice. My dealer wanted $55 to program it...now, I'm thankful that I didn't have to pay him the money to open/close doors and locks for 2 minutes.

Thanks VRMS6...If you are ever in the greater Tucson area, drinks on me

[Blendercloud]

This how-to is clutch!!!

Nice work. :)

[VRMS6]

Keep in mind I am the dealer. I write service for a local Mazda dealership. If I can help my fellow forum members I do what I can.

[ms6bb0y]

i have the advanced key for my ms6, but would like to get a switchblade style key so that i can feel cool. there wouldn't be any difference if i just bought one and then programmed it the way you mentioned right?

[deadstick]

How many keys can be programed?
Are we stuck with two, or can you do up to 4?
Thanks!

[Jess800120]

I just purchased a used 2007 cx-7 that only came with one switchblade key/remote. I am trying to figure out the most cost effective way to get a spare as the dealer wants to charge about $360 (!?!). I have a new uncut key/remote coming from ebay. I understand how to program the remote, but I am concerned about programming the key as I only have one of the originals... am I destined to go to the dealer???

[VRMS6]

As far as I know 3 keys is the max you can program.

Jess unfortunately with only 1 working key you will have to go to the dealer for programming. If you had 2 working keys you could self program a third.

[ms6bb0y]

i have the advanced key for my ms6, but would like to get a switchblade style key so that i can feel cool. there wouldn't be any difference if i just bought one and then programmed it the way you mentioned right?

[VRMS6]

I talked to my tech and while we havent done this he doesnt see why it would not work... I suggest you get a switchblade key from ebay n give it a try...

[jonscapri]

Hey unfortunately you are going to have to hit up the dealership in your area to get them to wipe the keys from the and then reprogram the car for the one current key, and a news key. That is the only way. Last time I priced a switchblade key it was still over 200 dollars, and I think about 80 for programming.

That is the only way to do it with 1 key. If you have 2 keys you can go through the process fairly easily at home, and you can have up to 6 keys programed.

[jonscapri]

With the advanced key you can only use the advanced keys. I know that there is a normal key as part of the CC key, but the advanced CC key use a different deal for programming , and encryption. As far as I know you might be able to get the newer styly of advenced key for you car, but I'm not 100% sure

[Alphamale]

Keep in mind I am the dealer. I write service for a local Mazda dealership. If I can help my fellow forum members I do what I can.

Hello. I was reading the directions for key and remote programming. I have a question. I just got a 2007 Mazda 6 i Touring and the dealer only gave me one key (no remote). He said that's all there was and he gave me a deduction on the price so I could get a remote flip blade programmed at a dealer. Once I saw how expensive the keys and programming were, I decided to order two complete flip key sets online (making sure they were new and compatible with the 2007 keyless entry system. Each set has two parts, the head blank flip key and the corresponding remote section. I have read that you need two working keys to programe the remotes, so I went to a local dealer and the bastards charged me $150 for a blank transponder remote head and the programming to go with it. BUT now I have two working keys neither with the remote section. Now I should be able to program the two head blanks after I get them cut, but my question is will I be able to program both remotes with these working keys even though neither key has a remote section itself. The instructions do not say you need two working remotes, just two working keys. Please tell me I can progrma the remotes myself and don't need the greedy dealers anymore.

[VRMS6]

Follow the programming instructions for the remotes. You do not need to have a working remote to program a new one....

[Alphamale]

Thank you!!

[josephandrews22]

Can the op or anyone else confirm that these instructions will work for programming the remote and the key for a 2010 Mazda 3? Thanks for a wonderful resource...

[VRMS6]

Same programing for 2010

[xfeejayx]

Can someone please post up pics/PNs of keys that work with the MS6 (specifically an 07 if it matters).

I have two working FOBs with two working keys. Want to get a spare key so I have 3 keys programmed in case I lose one. I want to buy a programmable key without the FOB (cheaper insurance, and FOB can be programmed later without 2 FOBs), but I don't know what just the key looks like, or exactly which one I need.

[4wardmotion]

Thanks VRMS6!!
I bought a replacement remote/switchblade key (on eBay) to replace the one that broke for my CX-9 when I was replacing the battery.
(***Note to others: Be extremely delicate when following the procedure to separate the 2 parts of the remote - the locking tab is easily broken. It might be best to have a 3rd hand - have someone else gently pull on the 2 parts while you 'gingerly' press on the locking tab.)
I found the instructions online (perhaps from this forum, I can't remember now) but didn't realize that I only had the instructions to program the Remote, not the key. In fact, I didn't realize that there were separate instructions to program the key. After programming and re-programming my 3 remotes and still not having any luck with getting my new Key to start the car, I thought I either had a defective part, or that the remotes had to be from the same 'lot' as my originals.
Thankfully, after following the instructions to program the KEY, it looks like I now have a new, working Switchblade/Remote that isn't held together by electrical tape.
Thanks for posting the info for us DIY's!

[mnthny4]

Hey to all just got my new ebay bought key remote fob for my06 speed6 ,after i lost all remote function with my one & only key for my vehicle ,upon opening package i went into car & perform key programming process as above noting that it is the d/s frt door that needs to be open & close 3 times than u will see doors lock & unlock a couple time to indicate you r in programming mode then u press any button on the remote twice ,than doors will lock & unlock again ,then u most press the said button on the said remote twice again & then close doors take key out of ignition & enjoy your new remote,good lock .

[sixme]

Does anybody know what smartcard on ebay to buy. I bought a speed6 used and it didnt have any key fobs at all. Just the valet key. Didnt want to pay 500 bones at the dealership so was hoping to get the smartcards off ebay. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[MATX]

Any one try the new key fob in place of the old keycars I know some run on the same feq.

[hornsfan10609]

The remote programming should be posted in the How-To section as it's the same for most Mazdas.