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Will vehicle turn on if key fob batt dead?

Discussion in 'Newbie Forum' started by CLEEVE, May 16, 2008.

  1. CLEEVE

    CLEEVE National Security Advocate

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    I've been wondering if I can turn my vehicle on if the battery in the key fob is dead? I fear that one day it could happen! 2008 Magnetic Grey Pkg. 2 only 1 week old!!

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    CLEEVE
    Charlotte, NC
     
    #1 CLEEVE, May 16, 2008
  2. richard schumacher

    richard schumacher shortbus driver

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    Yes. Insert the fob into the slot on the dashboard. (This works only because the car transmitter excites the fob circuits. The slot does not recharge the fob battery.)
     
    #2 richard schumacher, May 16, 2008
  3. Ichabod

    Ichabod Artist In Residence

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    The SKS function won't work with a dead fob battery, but you can still put the fob in the dash to start the car.

    [edit: rs, you beat me to it by mere seconds ;)]
     
    #3 Ichabod, May 16, 2008
  4. priusuk2008

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    ...zzzzz..... you snooze, you lose Ichabod :yawn:
     
    #4 priusuk2008, May 16, 2008
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