Smart key question, or a question about a Smart key!

[oldbike]

Does the battery in the key fob only affect the operation of the lock/unlock, or does it also affect the RFID chip operation for the Immobilizer?

I have one key that will trip the "key" symbol on the dash about every other time it is used, but it still operates the locks fine. If I cycle the key a couple of times, it will then start the car.

The other key works normally.

oldbike

[Padawan]

Originally Posted by oldbike

Does the battery in the key fob only affect the operation of the lock/unlock, or does it also affect the RFID chip operation for the Immobilizer?

I have one key that will trip the "key" symbol on the dash about every other time it is used, but it still operates the locks fine. If I cycle the key a couple of times, it will then start the car.

The other key works normally.

oldbike

I'm not certain, and I wouldn't think so, but a quick and free way to check would be to simply swap the batteries and see if you are still having an issue.

[Dunerunner]

I would think that if there is enough battery to drive the RF to unlock the car, there is enough to drive the chip. I have read somewhere on the forum that you should alternate the keys so that the car continues to recognize both chips.

[SmartTech]

if i remember correctly from tech school the light come on for key battery it means you have 90 more actuation till the battery is dead. honestly i cant remember for smart, but most european keys with transponders if the battery goes dead the trasnponder still works

[oldbike]

I will put a new battery in tomorrow and give it a try. Right or wrong, I appreicate your suggestion.

[classicsmarts]

Originally Posted by oldbike

I will put a new battery in tomorrow and give it a try. Right or wrong, I appreicate your suggestion.

The Group part number for the smart key is CR2016. You should be able to buy this just about at any parts house or Walmart.

[JPaul]

'classicsmart' reference is for the fob's battery, not the key itself. Of course.

[GetSmrt28277]

I had a similar problem with one of my keys. The key had to be replaced (under the warrenty) and the key system reprogrammed. I too tried the battery first and it didn't fix it. Good luck.