Common Issues with Automotive Remotes

3/12/2019
Automotive remotes are nice and very convenient for every car owners, but like every other thing, they stop working and wear out due to age and frequent use. There are a lot of reasons why your car key/remote might start malfunctioning, but it will be easy to fix if you have properly diagnosed the problem.

Common Problems with Keyfobs:

1. Buttons on the Remote

These buttons may become loose. You can easily tell when this happens since a button that is loose won’t have the same feel when it is clicked. Fixing this problem may only require pushing the loose button back into place, which should do the trick except when the button is completely off the circuit board.

2. Battery life

This is a common problem associated keyfobs in which case, promptly replacing the car remote battery should fix the problem. Most car owners overlook the importance of maintaining their remotes batteries because it is seen as not so vital. However, a dead battery will prevent a car from starting.

3. Programming

In a cases where your remote’s battery and buttons are in place, but the remote is malfunctioning, a simple reprogramming is required to fix the remote. You can reprogram the remote yourself by only looking through your car’s manual for instructions on how to fix the problem. If you can’t find your manual and don’t know how to go about this process, contacting a locksmith will be your best choice.

Contacting a Locksmith is easiest way to get your car remote control fixed or replaced. Experienced locksmiths offer top-notch services that are reliable, efficient, cost-effective and are available to come to you at any time of the day regardless of your location.