Why is my Key Fob not Working? Our Auto Locksmith Explains…

If you’ve ever had your hands full of shopping/ kids/ puppy’s (what a great dilemma to have) you rely on your remote fob to unlock your car with ease so you can finally drop the heavy load in your arms. What’s worse is if it fails to start your car and you find yourself stranded away from home…ice-creams and kids melting down in the back to boot!

Why now you ask? There’s a number of reasons your trusty car key fob fails…

1.    Dead Battery

As auto locksmiths, this is one of the most common causes we see as to why car owners are having trouble. The fob relies on small coin-cell batteries which as anything battery powered, it eventually runs out of juice and needs replacing.

Solution: How to Replace a Car Key Battery

Car key batteries are an easy and cheap fix so give that a go yourself first. We’ve got a blog on How to Replace a Car Key Battery!

2.   Key Fob Needs Reprogramming

Occasionally, the fob loses connection with the vehicle’s computer, especially after a reset such as a battery change or a jump start. If this connection is lost, your car won’t start due to its built-in security programming.

Solution: How to Reprogramme your Car Key

Unfortunately, if your car key needs reprogramming, you’ll need an auto locksmith. Programming car keys requires expensive diagnostic tools and locksmith expertise. We can programme new car keys at your home or wherever you and your car are, or you can visit us at our head office near Tower Park in Poole! 

3.    Broken Fob

We use them multiple times a day often and they get battered and bruised, dropped in puddles, sat on and lost with the loose crumbs in the bottom of your bag, it’s no surprise your car keys can get damaged internally and externally.

Visible signs of damage, suspected water damage and no change in responsiveness after a battery change mean you’re likely to need a new car key fob!

Solution: Get a New Car Key Cheaper with Keytek® Auto

If you need a new key fob, we can help! We offer a wide range of car key replacements that are usually much cheaper than going to your dealership! What’s more we will price match your other quotes if we’re not already cheapest! 

4.    Car Problems

Sometimes, its not the key that is faulty but rather the car itself. Cars are jam packed full of intricate wiring and compartments that all communicate and work together to run smoothly. If just one thing doesn’t sync it can cause chaos and prevent your car from starting.

Solution: A Diagnostic Scan

The only way to know what is causing an issue internally is with a diagnostic scan.

If you need an auto locksmith we will gladly help and get our Leigh to sort your issues, no problem! Give us a call for a quote and we will get something booked in for when suits you!