https://www.thehomeautomationhub.com/members/saveskill6/activity/178364/ How to Repair a Remote Key While the majority of remote key fobs come with amazing battery lives, they'll eventually get worn out. Some times it is as simple as replacing the batteries inside the device, however sometimes the problem can be more severe. Take apart the remote and clean the buttons. Then bend them in and out. These methods could be all you need to get the key fob working. Battery If the fob is still working it is possible to swap out the CR2025 or CR2032 battery. If not then you can remove the fob and examine the batteries' terminals and buttons for any signs of looseness or broken parts. You should be able to connect the terminals and buttons back in place. However, you will need to know what type of battery is used in your fob. If the battery isn't the issue you can try an alternative key fob to see whether you are able to unlock or start your car with it. If it's possible, it's time for a replacement of the primary fob. If not then you'll require a professional to examine it to find the issue. It could be a simple reconfiguration, or it may require other types repair. You may also find that your vehicle has forgotten the fob. This is not something you can tackle by yourself. Case The outer plastic enclosure of a remote is known as the case. It is usually equipped with an additional button pad. It is crucial to get an entirely new case since the original case is likely to be pretty grungy and it is crucial that the circuit board is set properly in the case. The circuit board is responsible for the function of the key fob. It is tested using a normal multimeter by setting it to RF (radio frequency) mode and holding a radio scanner tuned to the frequency the key fob operates on next to it, watching for pulsing signals upon the button's presses. Another thing to check is the contact points for buttons on the keypad. These could have become damaged or loose in the course of time. C