{"id":447,"date":"2024-05-24T13:44:39","date_gmt":"2024-05-24T17:44:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/the-nyc-locksmith.com\/?p=447"},"modified":"2024-07-31T16:59:16","modified_gmt":"2024-07-31T20:59:16","slug":"what-should-you-do-if-your-keyless-entry-remote-stops-working","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/the-nyc-locksmith.com\/blog\/what-should-you-do-if-your-keyless-entry-remote-stops-working\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should You Do If Your Keyless Entry Remote Stops Working?"},"content":{"rendered":"
Modern vehicles come with key fobs, which are nice to have. But eventually, they malfunction or stop working due to multiple reasons, including a dead battery, signal interference, faulty remote, etc. Keyless entry remotes are convenient, but they leave the driver frustrated when they stop working.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If such a situation occurs, you must know the causes and solutions to troubleshoot and resolve it. Today, we will discuss what you can do if your keyless entry remote stops working and how to fix it.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Dead battery is one of the common reasons behind keyless entry remote failure.\u00a0 With time, the remote battery loses its charge, which affects its signal transmission. The time comes when the battery dies, and it completely stops transmitting signals. Secondly, extreme temperatures accelerate battery depletion.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If your keyless entry remote suddenly stops working, replace its battery.\u00a0 Most remotes use standard coin cell batteries, which are available online or at local hardware shops. You can see the battery replacement instructions in the vehicle’s manual to avoid any errors.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Nearby electronic devices, powerlines, and radio signals interfere with the remote’s signal frequency.\u00a0 Sometimes, it completely disrupts the communication signals between the car and the remote, causing remote failure.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Try using a remote from another location to see whether the key fob remote failure is due to signal interference or any other issue. Move away from power lines and electronic devices and check if the remote starts working. If the issue persists, then there might be some other problem. You must seek help from a trusted <\/span>auto locksmith<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If neither the remote battery nor the signal interference is the culprit, then the problem might be in the vehicle receiver or the remote. Sometimes, the device’s components wear out and cause remote malfunction.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If none of the above solutions were helpful, inspect the remote and receiver for visible damage or corrosion. Clean the contacts on the remote and receiver with a soft cloth and alcohol to ensure proper connection.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nKey Takeaways<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Common Causes & Solutions of Keyless Entry Remote Failure<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
Dead Battery<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Solution:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Signal Interference<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Solution:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Faulty Remote or Receiver<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Solution:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n