Is your key fob not working after replacing the battery? You may need to reprogram it.

If you're looking to pick up a new key fob, or repair one, you might wonder how long programming it takes and whether or not you can do it yourself.

If you're looking to pick up a new key fob, or repair one, you might wonder how long programming it takes and whether or not you can do it yourself.

Several car manufacturers require the use of special scan tools to reprogram their key fobs. Some license those tools out to locksmiths and auto repair shops.

How To A Program GM Key Fob A key fob, also called a keyless entry remote or keyless transmitter, controls your vehicle’s locks, trunk and alarm from a distance. Every key fob must be programmed to ...

I have resorted to using the ignition key to open the door, which works fine. Does a battery change necessitate a reprogramming of the fob, and if so, at what cost? — J.C., Freeport, Maine ...

Like anything else relying on a battery, you car key fob can die—often at the worst time. Thankfully, these batteries are easy to replace.

Thieves can easily reprogram BMW key fobs on the spot, posing a major security risk.

“If you know your keys are taken, we can come make you a key, a new fob. We can delete all the fobs that the vehicle knows about and reprogram in your new key we don’t have to rekey every ...

Experts say the thieves are utilizing these key reprogramming tools because they allow the thieves to connect to a key fob's signal.