Are transponder keys waterproof?
Keyless remotes and car keys with buttons are not waterproof. If you have a remote key then chances are the remote is now dead. However you should still be able to start the car if the transponder is not damaged.
Do you have to have transponder key to turn on ignition?
Non-transponder key and a transponder key, that have the same keyway (meaning both will turn the ignition on but one won’t start the car since it isn’t a transponder key). You must make sure that if your car is transponder equipped, you have a transponder key.
Why does my transponder not start my car?
If the situation above sounds familiar, it looks like the problem is a transponder key or chip key related issue. Most models made after 2000 are equipped with a transponder security system built in the car’s computer. This is a method to prevent unauthorized keys from starting the car.
Is there a way to bypass the transponder key?
If you would like to bypass your transponder key every time you start your vehicle or are installing a remote starter, consider bypassing the ignition security. Take your transponder key and place the plastic head in a pair of pliers. Gently grasp the pliers and work off the key head.
Is there a problem with the ignition key?
When you turn the ignition on, the red light should come on for a second then go out. If this happens, the car is happy with the key and you don’t have a car key problem.
Is there a problem with the transponder key?
While problems unlocking or locking your car points directly to the key transponder, problems getting your vehicle started could be either the engine immobilizer or the key transponder. If there is a problem with the immobilizer or the transponder key, you will most likely notice that your car will start up for 2-3 seconds but then turn off again.
Where is the transponder key on a push start car?
The transponder key is attached to your physical key fob. If you’re driving a vehicle with a push start, the transponder key is part of the electronic key you need to keep with you when you start your car.
If the situation above sounds familiar, it looks like the problem is a transponder key or chip key related issue. Most models made after 2000 are equipped with a transponder security system built in the car’s computer. This is a method to prevent unauthorized keys from starting the car.
Can a locksmith program a new transponder key?
Whether you need a replacement key, a new battery or to have a new key programmed, ask a trusted locksmith. Not many people know that locksmiths can help with remote keys. Locksmiths use the same equipment as car dealerships to replace transponder keys and program new ones.