SOS! Your key fob isn't working… what do you do? It is amazing how reliant we are on these little gadgets, but they do make life a lot easier. If your key fob stopped working, go down this list until you find a way that works for you.

First things first, make sure it's YOUR key fob (and you didn't accidentally grab your mom's keys!).

Change The Battery

Batteries don't last forever — you'll be surprised how often it's just a dead battery! Watch how to open a GM key fob, or search our YouTube channel for a battery change tutorial by year, make, and model.

Wipe The Board

The board inside your remote can get a lot more filthy than you think! When the board is dirty it can prohibit the contact to the circuit board when you push down on the button.

Simply wiping the circuit board off can make your key fob like new again!

Get It Checked

Go to your local parts store like AutoZone or O’Reilly. They usually have an RF frequency tester that tells you if your key fob is sending a signal. If it is, you may need to reprogram your key fob to your vehicle.

The Old Car Battery Reset Trick

It sounds absurd, but it sometimes works and is worth trying. If you exhausted all of the options above, disconnect both terminals on your car battery for 10 minutes. Then reconnect them and try your key fob. This has worked for many people (results vary).

New Fob!

It might be time for a new key fob! No need to dread the expense — at Keyless Entry Remote Fob Inc., you can get a refurbished one for a very affordable price. You won’t even be able to tell the difference. Just search your vehicle make, model, and year to find your key fob.