Chevrolet 2004 Venture Owner's Manual page 140

If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to
be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time,
you may also want to check the instrument panel PASS
KEY fuse. If the engine still does not start with the
other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle
does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer or
a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key
have a new key made. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers
on page 5-96.
It is possible for the PASS-Key
transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up
to 10 additional keys may be programmed for the
vehicle. This procedure is for learning additional keys
only. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do
not operate, you must see your dealer or a locksmith
who can service PASS-Key
programmed to the system.
See your dealer or a locksmith who can service
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PASS-Key III to get a new key blank that is cut exactly
as the ignition key that operates the system.
Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys,
only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key
have new keys made. To program additional keys you
will need two current driver's keys, black in color.
You must add a step to the following procedure. After
Step 3, repeat Steps 1 through 3 with the second current
driver's key. Then continue with Step 4.
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To program the new key, do the following:
1. Verify the new key has PK3 stamped on it.
2. Insert the ignition key in the ignition and start the
engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer
for service.
3. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF
and remove the key.
4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to RUN
within 10 seconds of removing the previous key.
5. The security message will turn off once the key has
been programmed. It may not be apparent that the
security message went on due to how quickly
the key is programmed.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to
be programmed.
If you are ever driving and the security message comes
on and stays on, you will be able to restart your
engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key
however, is not working properly and must be serviced
by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the
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PASS-Key III system at this time.
If you lose or damage a PASS-Key
dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key
have a new key made.
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III key, see your
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