How do you re-program a keyless entry remote for a 1998 Prizm?

Answer 1

Set the following conditions:

Ignition off and ignition key out of cylinder.

All doors closed except drivers door.

All doors unlocked.

Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder momentarily and remove it.

Using the switch in the drivers door, move the switch to LOCK-UNLOCK 5 times

at approximately 1 second intervals within 40 seconds.

Close the drivers door, then open it.

Again, move the switch to LOCK-UNLOCK 5 times at approximately 1 second

intervals within 40 seconds.

Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder.

Turn the ignition switch from ON-LOCK at approximately 1 second intervals

for 1-3 times according to the desired mode.

Answer 2

While pointed at the car, press the unlock button twice, then within 30 seconds put the key in the ignition and turn it to the position 1 short of starting the engine- your key is now programmed