Uplander AWD V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2005)
Console: Description and Operation
KEY AND LOCK CYLINDER CODING
KEY IDENTIFICATION AND USAGE
The keys are double sided and reversible. The master key and valet key contain transponders that are read by the theft deterrent system when the keys
are used in the ignition. The keys have 10 cut positions (1) with five different depths (2).
The keys that may be furnished with the vehicle consist of the following:
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The master key, which contains a transponder (3). This key will operate all of the locks on the vehicle.
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The valet key, which contains a transponder (3). This key will operate the front door locks and the ignition lock only.
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The emergency key, which does not contain a transponder. This key will operate the door locks, rear compartment lock and the I/P storage
compartment lock only. This key is intended for emergency use only.
CUTTING KEYS
The key code can be obtained from the four digit number on the key tag that accompanies the original master and valet keys. The five digit key code
cross references to the cut and tumbler sequence. The keys have 10 key cut positions (1) and five key cut depths (2). Key cut positions are numbered
1-10, counting from the head of the key to the tip. The key cut depths are 1-5, cut depth number 1 is the deepest cut. The key transponder (3) in the
master and valet key must be programmed to the vehicle. Refer to Programming Theft Deterrent System Components in Theft Deterrent.
1. Cut a blank key to the proper depth and sequence of each of the tumbler positions.
2. Inspect the mechanical operation of the key in the lock cylinders in the doors, the ignition switch, the rear compartment lid and any storage
compartments:With each side of the key pointing up inside the lock, inspect the operation of the lock in both directions.
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Turn the key both directions in each lock cylinder.
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Turn the key with each side of the key pointing upward in each lock cylinder.
3. If replacing a master or valet key, program the key transponder to the vehicle. Refer to Programming Theft Deterrent System Components in Theft
Deterrent.
LOCK CYLINDER TUMBLER OPERATION
Each of the four cut depths on the key has corresponding tumblers, sometimes referred to as plates or wafers. The tumbler depth number is stamped on
the tumblers for identification. The I/P storage compartment and the rear compartment lid release lock cylinder also require a retainer tumbler. The
retainer tumbler is not moved by the key, its function is to retain the I/P storage compartment lock cylinder in the lock assembly.
ASSEMBLING AND CODING IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER
The ignition lock cylinder uses nine of the ten cut positions, 1 through 9. The tumbler positions are staggered from side to side, five on one side and
four on the other.
