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How to Repair a Remote Key


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

Remove the remote from the unit and clean the buttons. Then, flex them out and in. These steps could be all you need to get your key fob working.

Battery

If the fob is functioning you can replace the CR2025 or CR2032 battery. If not, you can open the fob and check the batteries' terminals and buttons for any indication of looseness or broken parts. You can usually solder the buttons and terminals back into place. However, you'll need to know what kind of battery is being used in the fob.

If the battery isn't the problem, try using a backup key fob and see if you can start or unlock your vehicle using it. If it's possible do so, it's probably time to replace your primary fob. If not require replacement, you'll need to have a professional examine it to find the problem. It could be as simple as reprogramming it, or require other types of repair. There's also car keys repair that your vehicle has lost your fob that you can fix on your own.

Case

The case of remote keys is the plastic case that surrounds it and usually comes with the button pad that is replaced. It is important to use a new case as the original case is likely to be pretty grungy and it is vital that the circuit board is installed correctly inside the case. The circuit board is responsible for the operation of the key fob. It is tested using a normal multimeter by setting it to the RF (radio frequency) mode and then holding a radio scanner tuned to the same frequency that the key fob is using next to it, listening for pulsing signals upon pressing the button.

Examine the contact points of the buttons on the keypad. They could have become loose over time or have been damaged. By carefully re-soldering them back into their original position can usually restore them to their original function unless they break completely.

Buttons

If the buttons on your key fob do not function anymore or are difficult to press, a dorman or motormite remote key housing replacement could be purchased online for a reasonable price for the year/make/model you have. Then, pop the circuit board out of your old case and put it into the new one. You may have to slightly alter the position of the circuit board for certain models. Then, you can use aluminum foil with double sided tape to adhere it to the black contact points on the buttons.

Programming

The key fob is connected with the receiver of your vehicle and this connection can be corrupted. A professional will examine the car to determine the manufacturer, year, year and model and make use of specialist equipment to repair or program a blank fob or transponder chip (or duplicate a key should this be possible). Then they test the remote to make sure that it works.

When reprogramming keys that are blank it is essential to take care. The process can be complicated and each manufacturer comes with distinct instructions. It is also easy to miss a step or delay too long before leaving the programming mode, therefore it is recommended to hire a professional with comprehensive knowledge of the security system of your vehicle to reduce the chance of damaging the car. Certain programming tools also have the capability of reading diagnostic trouble codes from your vehicle. car key repair service can aid in repairing or resolving other problems.

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