here is a situation we’ve all experienced before, coming out to the car pressing the remote button and nothing happens, the car stays locked!
It is stressful situation and can be quite risky if it happens at night and in an unfamiliar place.
Here are the main reasons why your car remote stop working and how to deal with it.
Battery Issues
Car remotes run on battery power and when the battery is running low it might start acting funny and eventually stop working, by replacing the remote battery with a new one all your troubles will be over.
Programming Issues
It appears that your key fob might have been reset unintentionally which could be the reason why its not working and to resolve this problem it is recommended to reprogram the fob. After going through the reprogramming process which you can find in your car manual or online, your key fob will be able to perform good as new.
Damaged Circuit Board
If the internal parts or the electric connections inside your fob are damaged it will stop working and while it might be possible to fix it you may also need to consider getting a replacement.
There could be other factors causing your car remote to stop working and it might not always be obvious to discover by someone without the right expertise.
What To Do if Your Car Remote Still Not Working?
When your car remote stops working and its not a battery issue that you can handle yourself you have two options and the first action would be to contact your car dealership and explore the possibility of getting a replacement for your remote.
The second option is to call an automotive locksmith who can easily help you gain access to your car repair your remote or if a repair is not possible he can replace it with a new one.
We recommend to hire an automotive locksmith because of 3 main reasons:
Price
Locksmiths often charge less than dealerships for car key replacement because dealerships may have higher expenses which can lead to higher rates for parts and labor.
Conveniency
Calling a locksmith is much more convenient than visiting a dealership just for the basic reason that they come directly to your location. This is really essential in a situation where you can’t open your car and drive it to the dealership.
Time Saving
Locksmiths are on demand 24/7 and ready to provide immediate assistance while dealerships require scheduling an appointment and may not have the necessary remote in stock which can hold you back even more.
