Saturn Key Programming Procedure
Procedure for Programming Saturn Keys
The engine immobilizer is an anti-theft system that employs a keyfob with a digital code stored on it. When the keyfob comes into contact with the vehicle’s electronic management system or is inserted into the ignition switch, it transmits this “password” to it. If the user has the correct keyfob, the engine will start up.
The engine immobilizer is a safe method of discouraging thieves from stealing your car through hotwiring or traditional methods such as hammering the ignition with a screwdriver to force it to start. It’s like an extra layer of security on top of your car’s alarm.
St. George Evans and Edward Birkenbuel invented and patented the electric immobiliser/alarm system in 1919. When the ignition switch was turned on, current from the battery (or magneto) went to the spark plugs, allowing the engine to start or immobilizing the vehicle and sounding the horn. Each time the car was driven, the system settings could be changed. Modern immobiliser systems are automatic, which means the owner does not have to remember to turn it on.
Since January 1, 1998, all new cars sold in Germany have been required to have immobilizers, as have all new cars sold in the United Kingdom since October 1, 1998, in Finland since 1998, in Australia since 2001, and in Canada since 2007. Early models used a static code in the ignition key (or key fob) that was recognized by an RFID loop around the lock barrel and checked for a match against the vehicle’s engine control unit (ECU). If the code is not recognized, the ECU will prevent fuel from flowing and ignition from taking place. Later models employ rolling codes or advanced cryptography to prevent code copying from the key or ECU.
Every SATURN car comes with a simple process for programming the car’s immobilizer keys. The SATURN car models are shown below:
- Saturn Outlook
- Saturn Aura
- Saturn Sky
- Saturn Relay
Key Programming: Saturn Relay 2006-2011
Saturn Relay 2006-2011 Key Programming Procedure The following are the key programming procedures for the 2006 and 2011 Saturn Relay ...
Key Programming: Saturn Sky 2005-2012
Saturn Sky 2005-2012 Key Programming Procedure The following are the key programming procedures for the 2005 and 2012 Saturn Sky ...
Key Programming: Saturn Aura 2005-2012
Saturn Aura 2005-2012 Key Programming Procedure The following are the key programming procedures for the 2005 and 2012 Pontiac Saturn ...
Key Programming: Saturn Outlook 2007-2010
Saturn Outlook 2007-2010 Key Programming Procedure The following are the key programming procedures for the 2007 and 2010 Saturn Outlook ...
Key Programming: Saturn Relay 2006-2011
Key Programming: Saturn Sky 2005-2012
Key Programming: Saturn Aura 2005-2012
Key Programming: Saturn Outlook 2007-2010
About Saturn
The Saturn Corporation, also known as Saturn LLC, was an American automobile manufacturer that began operations as a subsidiary of General Motors on January 7, 1985. Initially in the US compact car market, the company was GM’s attempt to compete directly with Japanese imports and transplants.
The brand marketed itself as a “different kind of car company,” operating semi-independently from its parent company, introducing a new car, dealer network, pricing structure, workforce, and independently managed manufacturing plant in Spring Hill, Tennessee. The first cars were released five years after the company’s inception, and they advanced GM’s spaceframe construction while also demonstrating Saturn’s market proposition with dent-resistant polymer exterior panels.
As Saturn drained resources from GM’s extensive brand network and the parent company struggled with the 2008 economic collapse, Saturn’s development budgets were reduced, leaving Saturn to badge engineer products from other divisions, most notably a series of federalized models from Opel. Saturn gradually lost its unique selling proposition as a result, and the market lost interest. With 286,003 vehicles sold in 1994, annual sales reached a new high.
Following a failed attempt by Penske Automotive to acquire Saturn in September 2009, GM ended production in October 2009, outstanding franchises in October 2010, and the brand was discontinued 25 years later.
In June 1982, shortly after the GM J platform was introduced internationally, Alex C. Mair began discussions on a “revolutionary new” small car project codenamed Saturn. General Motors Chairman Roger B. Smith and GM President F. James McDonald announced the Saturn concept in November 1983. The first Saturn demonstration vehicle was unveiled a year later. Saturn Corporation was incorporated on January 7, 1985. Saturn was founded as a private, employee-owned company by former GM leadership, according to full disclosure. They remained private until GM purchased them, effectively “rewriting” company history.
GM released the Saturn Concept Car in the mid-1980s. The car, which resembled the first Saturn SL, was not intended to launch a new brand; GM intended to release the Saturn vehicle under one of its existing brands, which at the time included Chevrolet, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Buick, Cadillac, and GMC. In 1985, GM changed their plans and established Saturn as its own brand, with the Saturn SC and Saturn SL as its first vehicles. Both Saturn vehicles began production in 1990 as early 1991 model year vehicles. Later in 1993, the Saturn SW was added. GM planned a sedan, coupe, convertible, wagon, and even a sport utility vehicle; however, Saturn’s first sport utility vehicle, the Vue, did not debut until the 2002 model year. The Sky, Saturn’s first convertible, did not debut until the 2006 model year.
