What year ranges does this guide cover?

This Chevrolet Silverado-HD Key Fob programming guide is source-scoped to 2023 vehicles equipped with Keyless Access.

Does this program the remote only or also the transponder?

This page is limited to the provided on-board learning steps for a Chevrolet Silverado-HD Key Fob transmitter in a Keyless Access configuration and is not an ignition key creation guide.

What if the programming steps do not work?

Stop and re-check timing, transmitter placement in the pocket/insert, and whether the vehicle matches the 2023 Keyless Access scope; a qualified automotive locksmith can help confirm configuration when DIY steps fail.

When should DIY stop and a professional handle it?

Professional help is appropriate when the configuration is not on-board programmable (including certain separate key-and-remote setups), when DIC prompts are inconsistent, or when the erase risk in the no-recognized-transmitter process is unacceptable.

Chevrolet Silverado HD Key Fob Programming by Year

Can you program a Silverado HD fob without the dealer? For most years, yes. Pick your year for the route and best next step.

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Year	DIY onboard?	How it programs	Working fob?	Erase risk	Confidence	Best next step
2023	Yes	Yes - onboard relearn	Yes (1 working)	Possible	Med	Follow the steps below

Chevrolet Silverado HD key types & programming facts

For the 2023-2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD, published replacement listings identify smart/proximity key fobs rather than a traditional transponder-only metal key. Available source material indicates onboard programming is used on these years, and replacement fobs are matched by FCC ID, part number, and vehicle fitment before programming.

Key types used on the Silverado HD:

smart/proximity push-to-start key (2023-2024)
smart key / proximity fob with remote start, lock, unlock, tailgate, and panic buttons (2023-2024)

Common fob FCC IDs: YG0G21TB2, HYQ1ES, HYQ1EA — check the back of your fob; we confirm the exact variant on site.

2023 Chevrolet Silverado HD

Route verified — exact steps vary by trim/equipment

Route verified as onboard programming (no dealer needed). The sequences below are general route guidance — use them only if your vehicle shows the same prompts and controls. If the prompts don’t match, stop and call us.

Show the programming methods (20 steps)

Vehicle Requirements and General Notes

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1 Vehicle model specified: 2023 Chevrolet Silverado HD with Keyless Access

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2 Programming availability: On-board programming available for keyless access vehicles; Canada restriction noted for some procedures

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3 Required items: All transmitters (recognized and new) must be present during programming

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4 Time considerations: Programming without a recognized transmitter takes approximately 30 minutes

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5 Professional programming: Vehicle not on-board programmable when separate key and remote exist; qualified locksmith required

Preparation Steps Before Programming

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1 Ensure vehicle is off and all transmitters are with the operator

Remove the key

2 Remove the key from a recognized transmitter when applicable

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3 Place recognized transmitters in cupholder or passenger seat for programming with recognized transmitters

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4 Open center console storage area and storage tray to access transmitter pocket/insert

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5 Identify transmitter pocket/insert location: in front of storage area next to center console between driver and front passenger seats

Programming with Recognized Transmitters (Procedure)

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1 Begin with two recognized transmitters present for on-board programming

Insert the key

2 Insert vehicle key into driver door lock cylinder and turn counterclockwise to unlock five times within 10 seconds

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3 DIC displays: READY FOR REMOTE #2, 3, 4, ETC after successful key turns

Press / hold a fob button

4 Place new transmitter in pocket/insert and press ENGINE START/STOP to learn transmitter; DIC confirms when learned

Press / hold a fob button

5 After programming all transmitters, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for ~12 seconds to exit programming mode

Programming without Recognized Transmitters (Procedure)

Remove the key

1 Remove vehicle key from transmitter and insert into driver door lock cylinder

Turn ignition to ON

2 Turn key counterclockwise to unlock five times within 10 seconds; DIC displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT

Hold fob to START button

3 Wait until DIC displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO LEARN, then press ENGINE START/STOP; repeat this press sequence three times total

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4 After third repetition, all previously known transmitters are erased; DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #1 for new transmitter learning

Press / hold a fob button

5 Place new transmitter in pocket/insert, press ENGINE START/STOP to learn each transmitter, and press and hold ENGINE START/STOP ~12 seconds to exit when done

Keys & fobs that fit the 2023 Silverado HD

Strattec Smart Key Fob (FCC ID HYQ1ES)Smart KeyView fob →Strattec Smart Key Fob (FCC ID HYQ1EA)Smart KeyView fob →

For the 2023 Silverado HD: Silverado HD key replacement & all compatible fobs →

How we validate this guide

Year coverage comes from our consolidated vehicle programming dataset. Route-level programming status is reviewed against internal route sheets and available manufacturer, security-access, and professional tool references. Exact button sequences are marked source-verified only when we have year/equipment-specific support; where a year is labeled “route verified, steps vary,” we confirm the exact fob, trim, and prompts before programming. Reviewed for route and safety by Mohammad H. Abdelhadi, ALOA-Certified Master Locksmith.

Year	Route status	Exact steps
2023	Route verified	General guidance

Common questions

What type of key fob does a 2023-2024 Silverado HD use?

Published listings describe it as a smart/proximity push-to-start key fob, typically with lock, unlock, remote start, panic, and sometimes tailgate functions.

Are there multiple FCC IDs for this model?

Yes. Source listings for 2023-2024 Silverado applications show FCC IDs including YG0G21TB2, HYQ1ES, and HYQ1EA.

Is programming done onboard for these years?

Yes. The provided programming route for these model years is onboard, after the correct fob is matched to the vehicle by FCC ID and part number.

Can you program a Silverado HD key fob without going to the dealership?

For most years, yes - the route is onboard relearn or an OBD tool, both of which a mobile locksmith handles at your location.

Does this program the remote only, or the transponder key too?

It depends on your key type. Tell us your FCC ID and we will confirm.

What if my year says professional programming required?

Those years need a programmer or security access; we bring the tool to you and program it on site.

How much does it cost?

It depends on year, key type, and whether you have a working key. Call (833) 439-8636 for a firm price before we dispatch.

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