How do you dry out a key fob?
First, flip the fob button side down and let as much water drain out of it as possible. Shake out as much water as you can and then buff the fob dry with a clean cloth. Afterwards, lay the fob button side down and leave it to drain for a few minutes.
Can car keys survive the washing machine?
These roughie toughie keys are good quality. The seal on the unit is very good and we’ve never seen these suffer from water damage. However, if they’ve taken a trip in the washing machine, there’s a chance that the vibration may have damaged the electronics inside.
What do you do if your car key fob gets wet?
What If Your Keyless Remote Gets Wet?
- Grab a Rag. Attempt to dry your wet keyless remote with a rag as quickly as you can. Turn it so that the buttons face downwards.
- Change the Battery. Next, open the remote.
- Replace the Battery. Wait three to five days.
- What Not to Do. Don’t use a hair dryer on the keyless remote.
Can you drive without a key fob?
Yes the car will still operate without the Key fob once the engine is running. Furthermore, you can shift from park to drive without any issues without the key being present.
Where did the smart key go in the washing machine?
Well, after two years and 3 months of having the Smart and its fancy electronic key fob, I finally did the “ooops” of leaving it in the pocket of a pair of my pants when I washed them. I’ve had other cars with remote entry before, just usually on a fob attached to the key like a key chain, not as PART of the actual key.
What to do if your car key is washed in a washing machine?
By pressing the buttons you may just fry the circuit board and will be up for a new key. If the key remote is non-integrated (transponder is located in the key but independent of the remote), you should still be able to open the car with the key and start the car. Removing the battery will reduce the chance of any further damage.
How to rescue your key fob after it gets wet?
With the following tips, you may be able to rescue your key fob from its run-in with water. Once you’ve realized you’ve gotten your key fob wet, you’ll want to have it dried out as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the less likely your fob will survive its brush with death.
What to do if your key fob doesn’t work?
If the key fob doesn’t work at all, first make sure the fob doesn’t need reprogramming after being out of commission. Remember that it’s not guaranteed that your key fob will work after completing all of the above steps. So if your key fob bites the dust, don’t get mad – chalk it up as a learning experience.