Questions tagged [keyless-entry]
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The key fob will unlock, but not lock the car doors
I have a Peugeot 206 manual model 2004. I have a problem with my remote key. I can open my car, but can't lock the door once I press the unlock. I heard a sound click for unlock and directly return, ...
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Keyfob too “weak” to open locks
I have a 2004 Toyota Estima Hybrid and it has a single-button key-fob to lock/unlock doors. It started struggling to work awhile back and I thought it might be the keyfob-battery so I replaced it, but ...
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Pontiac Vibe remote not working
My 2010 Pontiac Vibe's doors no longer work using the remote. They work fine from inside the car, but won't function with the dongle. I replaced the battery in the dongle with no joy. The back hatch ...
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How to replace the keyless unlock button?
My keyless unlock button on my 2009 Nissan Altima no longer works, and I'd like to replace it. I'm not sure if that's the correct term, because I can't seem to find the part anywhere, or instructions ...
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How to program a new keyfob for 2011 Hyundai Accent
I bought 2011 Hyundai Accent Manual stick-shift, few days ago. The dealer only had 1 key.
I saw on Amazon Keyless fob for this model of the car.
Can I program it, or do I need a help of professional ...
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remote access key for mercedes clk320 2003 not working after rest
My remote access to unlock the car is not working if i park the car for about 2 hours, RF and infrared both stop working in 2 different remotes with new batteries. Tried the change the RF antenna and ...
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X5 e53 spare key doesn't work
I recently purchased an older X5 with two keys.
One is VERY worn and looks like it was used every day. It works fine.
The other looks brand new, but does not work as a remote.
I understand the keys ...
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Volvo remote key id
The 2011 xc60 has 3 programmed keys. One is lost, I know the id number of one that was programmed to replace the lost one. But now the car has 3 keys. Is there a way to find the other one that exists ...
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2016 Chrysler 300 Key Fob only works AFTER touching the vehicle
2016 Chrysler 300C
Key Fob no longer locks/unlocks/starts, nor unlocks the trunk. However, the key fob will do all these things only AFTER I physically open and then close the driver side door (I ...
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keyless entry, when keys are inside car
So I tend to take naps in my car when I'm on college campus. My car is a 2019 Honda Insight which operates on keyless entry. So if my keys are inside my car, can somebody still unlock my car when they ...
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ALL car keys have stopped working
I have a 10 year old Lexus RX400 which was working perfectly yesterday however today I can't unlock it. I've tried all 3 keys and none of them will work. The red light on the key flashes when I ...
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On what frequency range do keyless entry fobs transmit?
In other words, if I wanted to create a receiver that would detect a nearby fob, what would I need to listen for? Is it within the Bluetooth range of 2.402 GHz to 2.480 GHz range?
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Car remote starters on push to start cars
I have a few questions about installing remote starter kits and other aftermarket alarm systems on cars that are push to start(Smart key fob no keys).
If the car doesn't start unless you have the key ...
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2015 VW Passat TSI keyless start doesn't work. Is there a way to reprogram / reset the key myself?
I have changed the remote battery (brand new Sony CR2032, my meter shows a voltage of 3.2V on the battery, so I know it has full charge). The door lock/unlock, and trunk unlock buttons WORK on the ...
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How to upgrade my manual central locking system of my Hyundai i20 magna to remote locking system?
My i20 comes with manual lock and central locking system as well.
I want to upgrade the system to remote key locking which would be a major assist in helping my car securely lock from distance.
Is ...
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Why don’t my non-driver door locks unlock?
I have a 2005 Mazda 3 (SP 2.3) with roughly 133,000 miles on it. For a couple of years now, my non-driver door locks have not unlocked properly.
The problem is when I use my keyless entry to unlock ...
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2000 Buick Regal GS Key fob Half Paired
I drive a 2000 Buick Regal, and all of a sudden both key fobs I had paired stopped working. I have tried going through the pairing procedure again, but it never works. While pairing, after holding ...
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Do keyless entry outside buttons work if key is inside?
Suppose a car that is started is parked and locked, with the keys inside the car with the driver. Should someone be able to unlock the car by using the outside buttons on the door? When I try to do so ...
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Volvo V60 key needs new battery, will it 'forget' the car?
My Volvo V60 (2010/11) key needs a new battery. It's an electronic key for keyless entry. Technically I think it's a 'personal car communicator' (PCC).
A local locksmith can replace the battery but ...
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Keyless Entry System Nissan Versa Sedan 2014
I'm looking into buying a keyless entry system for my car which doesn't have one. I have seen videos on how to install them and stuff but not sure if they are compatible although they are labeled "...
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How can I deprogram the key fob of my Explorer?
I have a key fob which is programmed for a 2001 Ford Explorer. I've recently programmed it to a 2006 Ford Explorer hoping that this new programming would deprogram it from the 2001 Ford Explorer.
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“No key” flashes on dash board with key inside car
My Honda City model 2016 has a push button keyless starter and while the engine is running, it flashes "no Key" on the dashboard when the passenger side door is open. Why?
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Is the problem with individual locks or the remote entry locking system?
I have a friend who has a 2000 Mazda 323 who has been experiencing some problems with his door locks.
It started out that when using the keyless entry remote one of the locks wouldn't lock. Then the ...
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Sporadic keyless entry (2013 Altima)
A few months ago, the keyless entry on my Altima became sporadic in reliability, and sometimes once I got in, the screen would give a "Key ID incorrect" error. I can get the fob to work if I hold it ...
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Cant get my Camry to accept the new FOB
I have a 2006 Toyota Camry. I have a new FOB and have followed all the steps to go into programming mode no problem but at the very end the locks cycle through twice showing that the FOB hasn't been ...
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Keyless fob and radio dead on Pontiac Vibe 2005
Today I went out to my 2005 Pontiac Vibe and the keyless fob wasn't working at all (none of the buttons and my wife's wasn't working either so it's not the battery of the fob) and the radio unit was ...
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Where is the part of the car that senses the i-key?
My car is maxima 2014. Where is the part that receives the signals from the intelligent key?
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Volvo S80 (2008) Ignition - Car Not Starting
Ignition port for key fob, insert key, press brake, press start button and nothing. It worked just a few hours before. Flip key fob and no difference. Tried different key fob this morning and no ...
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What is the funny looking thing attached to my new mazda3 key fob?
I got my new 2016 mazda3 today from the dealer and tossed the second key fob right in my backpack without taking a look.
Then I found there was this weird looking thing attached to it. It has "...
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Is there a reason keyless ignition cars do not shut off when it can no longer detect the keyfob?
There's been some security-related questions being asked here and on sister sites concerning keyless ignition automobiles and how to defend against some security risks. This brings up a related ...
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Ford Focus MK3 disable key free entry
I'm driving a German ford focus MK3 titanium with key free entry. But I read a article about a security issue with this function.
Can someone explain me how to disable it without losing Keyfree ...
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Motor has been serviced in time and a day later the car won't start [closed]
2005 Citroen C4, 1400cc petrol model.
After I changed my key FOB's battery, car was running fine. A day later I unlock the car by using the FOB and then try to start the engine. It turns over fine ...
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Does the Toyota Prius stop if driven off without the key inside?
I have a 2006 Toyota Prius and I am worried that someone could amplify the signal of my contact-less key to unlock, start it and then drive it off.
Does the Prius stall if the car is driven away and ...
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Can I install a beeping transponder in my Toyota corolla
We bought a 2015 Toyota Corolla standard edition and the car does not have keyless entry feature. When the car is parked along with a million cars in a crowded lot, a beeping transponder would help ...
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Remote Key Fob working only inside the car (close to receiver)
I am struggling to get my Peugeot 308 2-Button Remote Key back to work. I noticed first issues when my Remote Key unlocked / locked the car after several attempts. Then one day it suddenly did not ...
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volvo s40 2005 model, remote unresponsive
I have a volvo s40 2005 model. I tryed locking it with the remote and it would not respond. Initially i thought it is because the battery for the remote is finished. I bought a new one and changed it. ...
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Honda FIT 2011 Smart Key
I am new to this forum and this is my first post. I came searching for Honda fit answers and now i am here in the forum seeking for FIT owners help or suggestions.
I bought a Honda FIT 2011 as a ...
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How can I program a replacement fob for a 2003 Malibu?
How do I program a replacement fob for my 2003 Malibu (not remote-start equipped)?
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I have tried to do the following: The instructions that came with the fobs said to
Sit in the car
Shut all ...
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Keyless control system does not respond
I have a 2000 Ford Excursion. Suddenly the remote system does not respond. I checked the battery of the keyless and replaced it, but it didn’t make any difference.
Are there any thoughts, or steps ...
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How do keyless ignition fobs charge?
I have a 2013 Honda Accord with a keyless entry system and can't figure out how to charge the keyless entry fob. I've looked in the manual and can't find anything about it. I asked the dealer and they ...
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what happens when you hit engine button on a keyless ignition?
My car is a keyless ignition and as such just has a button I press to have it start. My question is... what happens if I hit it while I'm driving?
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2007 T5 AWD Volvo S40 key won't start the car or unlock the doors
I didn't drive the car for three weeks. When I went to open the car to drive to work my keyless entry fob wouldn't work so I used the actual key to open the door. When I tried to start the car of ...
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Two Mercedes Electronic Keys - One Works As a Remote - One Works to Start The Car - How Can These Be Combined?
I just bought a 2005 Mercedes C230 and I have two Mercedes electronic keys - one works as a remote - one works to start the car - how can these be combined/programmed so they are both fully functional?...
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98 Ford Explorer FOB reprogramming not working
I just bought a Ford Explorer key fob off of Amazon and it came with instructions as to how to reprogram my car. Having follored this, as well as reading the manual and various posts online, my car ...
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What's the procedure to associate a new remote with a 2006 Cobalt?
How do I associate a new keyless entry remote on a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt? I've got the original chipped keys.
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2006 Corvette Key Fob
I am trying to associate a new key fob with a 2006 Corvette. Accroding to the user's manual it reads:
To match a new transmitter to your vehicle when you have a recognized
transmitter (two ...
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Can I reprogram the key-less entry code on a Ford F150 without the original code?
My neighbor has a 2004 F150 with the key-less entry system. He purchased it at an auction (it was a repossession), and didn't get the code.
Short of taking it to the dealer (they want to charge 1 hr ...
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Ford Excursion Keyless Entry System
I'm looking for the steps to find and/or re-program the code used with the keyless entry system. In other words, I don't know the code for my vehicle's keyless entry system. What should I do?
