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The first thing to try is to put in new batteries in the key FOB and see if this helps. If it does then replace batteries in all extra keys also. If it still has issues then you may have...

The battery in the remote may have to be replaced. The remote batteries only last around 8 years and tend to lessen the time if the keys are dropped. I suggest replacing the battery in the remote and reprogramming the...

You should first try your second key FOB to see if it works properly and this will tell you that it is a problem with the key FOB that is not working correctly. If both FOBs do the same thing...

It could be that the battery in the key fob is weak. The key fob uses a watch battery and it lasts a long time, but won't go on forever. The batteries are usually standard items that you can buy...

Try to take out the battery on your key FOB to see if the trunk still opens when you turn off the car? You may also want to check the key FOB for a stuck trunk button. If problem goes...

If your key fob remote stopped working most likely the battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-replacement) failed and needs replaced. You cannot disable the remote ignition if its designed by the manufacture, however, if you have a remote starter switch that is aftermarket, then...

Either the key fob remote's battery is going out causing the immobilizer system to trip the security or the immobilizer system control is not responding. I recommend replacing the battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-replacement) in the key fob remote and programming the remote...

The key fob will need to be reprogrammed to the vehicle as when the battery was replaced in the key fob, the key was reset. This is why nothing is working with the key fob. If you need further assistance...

Hi there. After replacing the battery in the key fob remote, you will need to reprogram the remote to the vehicle. This is why the alarm is being tripped for the computer is not recognizing the remote. If you need...

Hi there. The issue is with your key fob to the vehicle. The key fob (remote) will need to be reprogrammed to the vehicle to access the doors when the ignition is turned off. If you need further assistance with...

Hello, I would advise you to first check and see if you have a blown fuse for the power door locks. If the fuse is good then you will need the aid of a mechanic who can removed the door...

If you have the extra key then try it to see if problem is with the key or the key warning is a theft system issue? You may need to have system reprogrammed by a locksmith or dealer.

You will need to access your settings menu and select lock unlock mode and select beep sound to on when you hit the lock or unlock button a second time. There is no setting to have the vehicle beep on...

Hello, thank you for writing in. If the vehicle is equipped with a keyless entry and start system, then yes. You should still be able to start (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-hard-to-start-inspection) the car without the piece of metal they give you in the...

All you need is to have one original key that works to program new keys. All you do id turn on the ignition to run position with good programmed key and then turn off ignition and pull out key and...

The key fob may have some broken buttons or the battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-replacement) could be dying out causing the buttons to not function. If the key fob has been dropped, a contact point inside the electronics on the key fob could...

Hello. Reprogramming the immobilizer system of your vehicle is very pattern sensitive process. All the steps have to be completed in a near perfect sequence or else the reprogramming may not register. It usually takes someone, possibly even some technicians...

Hi there. You will have to reprogram the key fob to your vehicle to allow the chip in the key fob to be recognized in the security immobilizer system. Click here to reprogram the key fob (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-program-a-replacement-keyless-entry-remote-for-a-gm-car-by-ian-swan). If you need...

Hi there. The issue is with the key fob. Either the key fob has lost the communication with the vehicle or the battery (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/battery-replacement) in the key fob has failed and needs replaced. If you need further assistance with your...

Hi there. You can simply press the unlock twice on the key fob or put the key in the driver door and turn to the unlock side twice and all of the doors should unlock. If the doors do not...