Try these hacks when your key fob stops working

Starting Method

A dead key-fob battery does not always prevent a push-button-start vehicle from starting.

For example, some Toyota models instruct drivers to hold a particular side of the electronic key against the engine switch before completing the starting procedure. Certain Ford models use a designated backup slot for the key.

 

The location and steps vary by model and year. Check your manual under “electronic key,” “key not detected,” or “backup starting.” These methods still require the vehicle’s authorized key.

5. Remember the Car Has a Separate Battery

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