Fob & Remote Programming
Intermediate → Advanced
AutoProPad G2 fundamentals, key-family walkthroughs, bypass help, and remote-support escalation when the first attempt fails.
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Lessons, playbooks, and machine references for common key and programming jobs on your bench.

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Intro To Key Machine & Tracer Recalibration
5 minWhy this matters: Quick calibration recovery when the machine drifts or the tracer setup changes.
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Intermediate → Advanced
AutoProPad G2 fundamentals, key-family walkthroughs, bypass help, and remote-support escalation when the first attempt fails.
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For shop managers
Shop readiness
Live training
Virtual walkthroughs with a Fob Depot tech. 30-minute slots, free for dealers.
Calendar embed not yet wired in the rebuild. This CTA routes directly to the Fob Depot support team.
Filtered library view
10 matches across lessons.
AutoProPad G2 basics and where programming fits in the replacement-key job.
A practical breakdown of the five key families the bench sees most often.
Field sequence for common flip-key programming jobs.
How to handle bundle-key programming cleanly on the AutoProPad G2.
Typical remote-head sequence with the pad and verification steps after the cycle.
Push-to-start smart-key workflow and the final verification loop.
Keyed-ignition FOBIK programming flow with the AutoProPad G2.
Short reference for common bypass conditions before escalating the job.
What to collect before calling and how the remote-support session fits into the job.
Downloadable quick-reference PDF for common make-specific patterns.
Bench tools
Interactive layer
2019 Jeep Wrangler, all keys lost. What’s your first move?
You have the vehicle and the job type. What should the tech do first?
Troubleshooting flow
Use this when the machine prompts for the shoulder stop and the cut looks misaligned.
Did the machine show the shoulder-stop prompt?
Troubleshooting flow
Use this when the Gymkhana 994 throws an incorrect-jaw warning before or during setup.
Is the tracer pin straight and seated correctly?
Quick-fix clips
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Dealer training resources
Use the current tracks for cutting, programming, and field support prep. If a product-specific programming blocker remains, bring the FD SKU, vehicle, FCC ID, and programmer details to Tech Support.