Don’t be worried if your key fob d-i-es and you don’t have a replacement battery. These little-known methods will get you back on the road.
Your car key fob is a small but mighty device. Have you ever wondered what would happen if it d-i-ed while you were, say, at the grocery store? How do you start your car with a d-e-ad key fob? Luckily, there is a way.
How To Use Your Car Key Fob When It’s D-ea-d
Well, your key fob is dead and you don’t have an extra battery. Don’t panic. It is actually pretty simple to unlock and start your car with a d-ea-d key fob .
In the majority of cars, the system has been designed to work with a remote that’s low on battery or out of juice completely. Of course, the exact method for using a d-ea-d key fob will depend on your car model, so check your owner’s manual for specifics. Below are a few common tricks that work for many types of vehicles.
– Step 1: Unlock your car.
Luckily, there’s an old-fashioned car key inside most key fobs.
Find a small sliding button on the back side of your fob. Slide or press the button to remove the key fob cover. You might need to use your fingernail and a little oomph in order to get it to release.
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