2001 Pontiac Montana Owner's Manual - Page 118

The master key can be used for the ignition as well as all door locks, the liftgate lock and the storage compartments. Your vehicle has the PASS-KeyR III vehicle theft system. The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle's steering column. If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, you must purchase this key from your dealer. The key will have PK3 stamped on it. Keep the bar code tag that came with the original keys. Give this tag to your dealer if you need a new key made. Any new PASS-Key III key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle. See "PASS-KeyR III" in the Index for more information on programming your new key. If you need a new key, contact your Pontiac dealer, who can obtain the correct key code. In an emergency, call Pontiac Roadside Assistance. See "Roadside Assistance" in the Index for more information. NOTICE: Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have an extra key. 2-6