Changing the battery in a current Mazda 3’s key fob is a simple job once you know the process. Start by locating the small button on the back of the key near the silver metal key ring lug, and ...

Replacing the CR2025 key in Mazda's is fairly simple. There is a small slide on the back of the key fob, which you hold open and then pull out the silver loop top section of the key. With a thin ...

Like anything powered by a battery, a car key fob can die—often at the worst time. Here’s how to change the battery in your key fob quickly and safely. Check your battery type. Most fobs use small ...

Your car key fob is a small but mighty device. Have you ever wondered what would happen if it died while you were, say, at the grocery store? How do you start your car (or even get into your car!) ...

Q: I have a 2023 Honda Pilot Touring edition with 12,000 miles. When I push the reverse button first thing in the morning, the front passenger door makes a loud banging noise. It usually happens every ...

You may know the signs of a key fob with a bad battery: having to press the button multiple times or getting close to the car for activation to kick in. Sometimes the functions engage, and at other ...

How Does Your Key Fob Work? The key fob uses wireless technology with a frequency of 433 MHz. There are receivers/transmitters on the vehicle and the key, so they can communicate with each other. This ...

Unlocking your car without a traditional key is a godsend for those times when you're in a rush or your hands are full. RELATED: What to do if you lock your keys in your car RELATED: What to do when ...

Check your battery type. Most fobs use small coin batteries (like CR2032), so confirm before you buy. Pry it open with care. Find the seam, pop it gently—no need to wrestle with it. Replace and click ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For the sake of convenience, the battery in your car's key fob is designed to last a fairly long time, usually up to around four years. The ...