Can You Still Start the Car with a Dead Key Fob?

[DiOlivia]

If the car's remote key fob runs out of battery, you can still start the car with the push-button start system. Vehicles equipped with a push-button start system have a designated key detection spot. When the key fob is dead, you need to place it on this specific spot and then press the start button to ignite the engine. Introduction to Push-Button Start: Many modern car models come with push-button start functionality. Once inside the driver's seat, simply pressing the start switch will trigger the car to perform an automatic self-check and ignite. Additionally, vehicles with push-button start usually feature keyless entry. As long as the car detects the presence of the remote key fob, it will automatically unlock. When exiting the vehicle, there's no need to take out the key to lock the doors—just press the small square on the door handle, and the car will lock. Emergency Start: All push-button start vehicles have an emergency start method designed for situations where the key fob is dead or there's signal interference. If the car displays a "key fob not detected" message, you'll need to place the remote key fob in the emergency start location to ignite the engine. The emergency start location varies by vehicle model—most are near the center console, some are next to the gearshift, some inside the armrest compartment, some beneath the cupholder, and some on the steering column below the steering wheel. The emergency spot is usually marked with a key or unlock icon, and placing the key near this icon will allow the engine to start.