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How to Repair a Remote Key

Although most remote key fobs have amazing battery lives, they will eventually wear out. Sometimes it's as simple as replacing the batteries, however sometimes there are more serious issues.

An easy fix that could help is dismantling the remote and cleaning the buttons before stretching them out and in. These methods could be all you need to get your key fob working.

Battery

If the fob continues to functioning you can replace the CR2025 or CR2032 battery. If not, you can inspect the battery terminals or buttons to determine if they are any loose parts. It is usually possible to solder the terminals and buttons back into their original positions. However, you will be required to know which kind of battery is being used in your fob.

If you're not sure if the battery is the issue you can try a backup key fob and see whether you can unlock or start your car using it. If you're able to do so, it's probably time to replace the primary fob. If it doesn't, you will require a professional to assess the fob to identify the issue. It could be a simple reprogramming, or it could require other types of repairs. There's also the possibility that your vehicle has lost your fob that you can fix yourself.

Case Study

The case of remote keys is the plastic case that surrounds it and typically comes with a button pad that is replaced. It is recommended to purchase a brand new case, since the original one case is likely to be quite grungy. Also, it is crucial that the circuit board within the case is correctly placed. The circuit board determines the function of the key fob. You can test it with a multimeter set to RF (radiofrequency) mode and a radio scanner that is tuned to the same frequency as the key fob.

Another thing to look at is the contact points for buttons on the keypad, which might be loose or damaged over time. A careful soldering process to put them back in place will often restore the functionality of the keypad unless they break completely.

Buttons

If the buttons on your key fob aren't working or are difficult to push, you can purchase an alternative dorman or Motormite remote key housing on the internet at a an affordable price for your model/year/make. Then, simply pop the circuit board from your old case into the new. You may need to alter the position of the circuit board on certain models. Then, you can use aluminum foil using double-sided tape to adhere to the black contact points on the buttons.

Programming

The key fob and receiver inside your car are linked however this connection could be ruined. A professional will assess the vehicle to determine the make model, year and model. They will make use of specialist equipment to repair or program an empty fob or transponder chip (or make a key replica in the event that it is possible). Then, they test the remote to make sure that it works.

When reprogramming blank keys it is crucial to take care. remote key fob repair is complicated and each manufacturer comes with different instructions. It is easy to miss a key step or to take too long to exit the programming mode. To reduce the chance of damaging your car, it is best to employ an expert who has vast knowledge of the security system of your vehicle. Certain key programming tools can also identify diagnostic trouble codes in your vehicle. This can help you repair or troubleshoot other issues.