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sunset seeker 06-04-2024 12:58 PM

Key FOB not working
 
Is there a service near The Villages that checks/reprograms key FOBs? I have one of two that the car doesn't recognize anymore. And no, it's not the battery... Thanks!!

mbene 06-04-2024 01:21 PM

Search on YouTube, for example, I searched for 'Chevy Cruze key fob programming ' and a bunch of videos showing how to do it came up.

GpaVader 06-04-2024 01:57 PM

We just changed the batteries on our RAV4 and part of the process is to pair the FOB with the vehicle. This is done after you change the battery, you need to hold the FOB up to the start button and press the start button. Check your owners manual or YouTube but it could be vehicle specific.

villagetinker 06-04-2024 01:59 PM

ACE hardware has replacement key fobs, but I am GUESSING the original fob has to be working.

Badger 2006 06-04-2024 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by sunset seeker (Post 2337706)
Is there a service near The Villages that checks/reprograms key FOBs? I have one of two that the car doesn't recognize anymore. And no, it's not the battery... Thanks!!

A-Plus Auto Unlock / Wiersdale / 352-410-4000 / He does auto Key Fobs

retiredguy123 06-05-2024 03:44 AM

The least expensive place I have found to get either a new key FOB or to get one programmed is the Affordable Lock and Key locksmith in Lady Lake. They are cheaper than ACE Hardware and a car dealer.

La lamy 06-06-2024 06:16 AM

Mine stopped working also but it’s a big process to open up the car’s doors to replace an inner part. Expensive. I opted to use my keys like the old days!

La lamy 06-06-2024 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by GpaVader (Post 2337730)
We just changed the batteries on our RAV4 and part of the process is to pair the FOB with the vehicle. This is done after you change the battery, you need to hold the FOB up to the start button and press the start button. Check your owners manual or YouTube but it could be vehicle specific.

I did all those steps and so did my garage people to no avail. Sometimes it’s the door’s mechanism.

Gerrys 06-06-2024 06:31 AM

Car Keys Express 443 404 9828 Lucas
This is a vendor who shows up at Sam’s Club a few times a year. I took his name and number in the event I might need him. Good luck.

Wondering 06-06-2024 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by sunset seeker (Post 2337706)
Is there a service near The Villages that checks/reprograms key FOBs? I have one of two that the car doesn't recognize anymore. And no, it's not the battery... Thanks!!

Try a You Tube search for the issue.

biker59 06-06-2024 07:03 AM

We have a Toyota with a FOB problem years ago. We visited the dealer in Leesburg, they fixed it; for a charge, of course. Was worth it.

airstreamingypsy 06-06-2024 07:52 AM

I programmed my new spare one, looking at a Youtube video. I would have had to drive 1.5 hours each way to the dealer in Gainesville, then pay them $50.00 to program it. It took a few minutes to watch Youtube, then about 6 seconds to program.

Bartsdsl@embarqmail.com 06-06-2024 09:25 AM

I just used affordable locksmiths in lady lake. Got a new fob programmed in less than 15 minutes. Very reasonable as well

Slick327EFI 06-06-2024 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by sunset seeker (Post 2337706)
Is there a service near The Villages that checks/reprograms key FOBs? I have one of two that the car doesn't recognize anymore. And no, it's not the battery... Thanks!!

BEST thing and FIRST thing you should do it Google it. I bought a new keyfob for my Chevy sonic and above the $90 they wanted for that, they wanted to charge me another $90 to program it.

I googled, "How do I program a keyfob for my 2015 Chevy Sonic." Took 15 seconds and saved me $$$$.

jamorela 06-06-2024 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2337830)
The least expensive place I have found to get either a new key FOB or to get one programmed is the Affordable Lock and Key locksmith in Lady Lake. They are cheaper than ACE Hardware and a car dealer.

It must depend on the fob because Ace was a little cheaper than Affordable Lock and Key for me.


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