A remote is the type of key your 2000 Chevrolet Impala uses. It contains a programmed chip that communicates with your vehicle theft deterrent system to verify it is an authorized key before the engine will start. It also has 4 buttons for remote lock, unlock, and other functions depending on your trim level. Without proper programming and security relearn, even a perfectly cut key will not start your Chevrolet.

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Q: Why does the dealer take so long on Chevrolet keys?

Multiple factors stack up. The fob may need to be ordered if it is not in stock. The vehicle has to be in the service bay for programming. GM security relearn procedures have mandatory wait cycles built into the system, with 30-minute cycles on older Passlock platforms and 12-minute cycles on newer smart key systems. Dealers also charge for online security access through GM ACDelco TDS, which they bill as diagnostic labor. One owner was quoted 2 hours. The work took 30 minutes. We cut all of that out and do the job at your vehicle.

Q: What is the FCC ID for the 2000 Chevrolet Impala key?

The FCC ID is KOBUT1BT. This is the identifier printed on the back of your key fob that tells us exactly which key your vehicle requires. It ensures we match the correct blank, chip frequency, and remote protocol so the key programs correctly on the first attempt. Having this number ready when you call speeds up the process and confirms we are bringing the right key to your location.

Q: Is same-day service available for all-keys-lost?

Yes, for most Chevrolet models. We carry common Chevy key blanks on our truck and have the GM programming tools to handle most all-keys-lost situations the same day you call. The full AKL process on older GM systems includes a mandatory 30-minute security relearn. On newer 2021-plus smart key platforms, we work through a 12-minute security access cycle, then program at least two keys as GM requires. Total on-site time for AKL typically runs 30 to 60 minutes. Dealers cannot do same-day AKL when fobs need to be ordered.

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He landed back in town, took the shuttle to the airport economy lot, and his 2000 Chevrolet Impala wouldn't respond to the fob. He pressed lock and nothing happened. He pressed unlock and it was completely dead. His remote with flip blade was completely unresponsive and the doors were locked.

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I was at the economy lot within 40 minutes. Once I got the door open, I connected my IM608 to the OBD port and ran a diagnostic on the immobilizer. It confirmed both his keys were still learned but the fob battery had died completely and the backup start procedure wasn't engaging. His flip key, FCC ID KOBUT1BT, needed a fresh CR2032 battery and a resync. I replaced the battery, cleared the fault, and tested every function. He seemed pretty relieved when I told him the fix was that simple.

He drove home that same afternoon at 85 total. The dealer would have been 186 plus a $160 tow plus two days in a dealer queue. The whole thing took less time than the shuttle ride from the terminal.

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How long does the Chevrolet dealer take for key replacement?▼

Longer than you would think. Dealers may quote up to 2 hours of shop time for key programming, but the actual work finishes in about 30 minutes when the vehicle is in the bay. A former dealership consultant confirmed the job typically pays 0.5 hours of labor. The bigger delay is parts. If the dealer needs to order a fob, owners report waiting days, weeks, or in some cases months to get a second key after a vehicle purchase. Add all that up and you can easily be without your Chevy for a week or more.

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