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Questions tagged [keyless-entry]

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Is there a reason keyless ignition cars do not shut off when it can no longer detect the keyfob?

There's been some security-related questions being asked here and on sister sites concerning keyless ignition automobiles and how to defend against some security risks. This brings up a related question. Why do cars keep running if the car can no…
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Remote Key Fob working only inside the car (close to receiver)

I am struggling to get my Peugeot 308 2-Button Remote Key back to work. I noticed first issues when my Remote Key unlocked / locked the car after several attempts. Then one day it suddenly did not work anymore. NEXT STEP: Change battery &…
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Keyless Entry System Nissan Versa Sedan 2014

I'm looking into buying a keyless entry system for my car which doesn't have one. I have seen videos on how to install them and stuff but not sure if they are compatible although they are labeled "universal". The ones I am looking at…
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Does the Toyota Prius stop if driven off without the key inside?

I have a 2006 Toyota Prius and I am worried that someone could amplify the signal of my contact-less key to unlock, start it and then drive it off. Does the Prius stall if the car is driven away and the signal of the key gets fainter? If not (and…
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Where is the part of the car that senses the i-key?

My car is maxima 2014. Where is the part that receives the signals from the intelligent key?
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2006 Corvette Key Fob

I am trying to associate a new key fob with a 2006 Corvette. Accroding to the user's manual it reads: To match a new transmitter to your vehicle when you have a recognized transmitter (two recognized transmitters are required for Canadian …
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What is the funny looking thing attached to my new mazda3 key fob?

I got my new 2016 mazda3 today from the dealer and tossed the second key fob right in my backpack without taking a look. Then I found there was this weird looking thing attached to it. It has "iButton.com" engraved on it. What is it? What does…
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what happens when you hit engine button on a keyless ignition?

My car is a keyless ignition and as such just has a button I press to have it start. My question is... what happens if I hit it while I'm driving?
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Is the problem with individual locks or the remote entry locking system?

I have a friend who has a 2000 Mazda 323 who has been experiencing some problems with his door locks. It started out that when using the keyless entry remote one of the locks wouldn't lock. Then the problem spread and now he has three locks which…
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Why don’t my non-driver door locks unlock?

I have a 2005 Mazda 3 (SP 2.3) with roughly 133,000 miles on it. For a couple of years now, my non-driver door locks have not unlocked properly. The problem is when I use my keyless entry to unlock the car, the driver door unlocks after the first…
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Do keyless entry outside buttons work if key is inside?

Suppose a car that is started is parked and locked, with the keys inside the car with the driver. Should someone be able to unlock the car by using the outside buttons on the door? When I try to do so in my 2008 Altima, the system unlocks the door…
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Is my key in the car?

Recently we could not find one of the car keys. It was after coming home so almost certainly the key is in the car or in the house, however I wonder if I can narrow down the search a lot: At the moment the car does not auto lock when walking away. I…
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Is it possible to use radio to find a lost car key fob?

I have a recently bought new Kia that came key fob which is composed of two parts. The actual electronic device with the buttons, and this part slides on a cut key which has the keyring hole attached to it. The two are usually very well…
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Keyless control system does not respond

I have a 2000 Ford Excursion. Suddenly the remote system does not respond. I checked the battery of the keyless and replaced it, but it didn’t make any difference. Are there any thoughts, or steps that would help me to check the system?
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How do keyless ignition fobs charge?

I have a 2013 Honda Accord with a keyless entry system and can't figure out how to charge the keyless entry fob. I've looked in the manual and can't find anything about it. I asked the dealer and they don't know either. Any ideas?
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