Where is the key hole in a 2016 Honda HRV?
It has a hidden key slot under a panel in the dash. If your key FOB battery is dead, you can still unlock the car with the key then use the FOB to start it. I tested this even with the battery removed. You just need to touch the key FOB to the start button when you press it.
How much does it cost to replace a Honda HR-V key fob?
In short, replacing a Honda HR-V key can cost between $150 to $310.
Can a Honda HRV run without a fob?
I just started my HR-V, exited without locking the door, placed the fob ~20 feet away, put it in gear, and was able to drive away. Repeated, but with locking the door with the key, unable to unlock the door without the key or fob.
Is the smart entry light on on Honda HRV?
The “smart entry” light came on in my HR-V too (I assume this is what you mean by “key fob light” vs the “low battery” or “no key detected” lights) and stayed on for a bit before disappearing. There was no issue with the key, or smart entry, while the light was on.
What to do if your Honda HRV light goes off?
Carefully pry off trim around Start/Stop button, remove button assembly and spray harness connector and internal gold metal parts of switch assembly. Reassemble, replace, and light goes off.
I just started my HR-V, exited without locking the door, placed the fob ~20 feet away, put it in gear, and was able to drive away. Repeated, but with locking the door with the key, unable to unlock the door without the key or fob.
Is there a problem with my 2016 Honda HRV?
I have a 2016 HRV and I think it will be my last Honda the start button on it has already gone out and it will cost $400 to replace it as the dealer this is my third Honda but I think I’ll be looking somewhere else 1 people found this helpful. Sounds like a known problem with the HRV for a very long time now.
The “smart entry” light came on in my HR-V too (I assume this is what you mean by “key fob light” vs the “low battery” or “no key detected” lights) and stayed on for a bit before disappearing. There was no issue with the key, or smart entry, while the light was on.
What should I do if my Honda key fob is not working?
Check that the positive side is facing up before snapping the back of the key fob back into place. Check the signal. If it is working, the door will lock, unlock, or sound the alarm as directed. Figure 1. A battery that will work with the Honda Accord’s key fob.