What Could Be the Reason for the Smart Car Key Buttons Not Responding?
2 Answers
Smart key button malfunction may be due to the remote control running out of battery or the vehicle being near signal towers or other interference devices, causing issues with the smart remote system. Reasons for button malfunction: The remote control's battery is dead, preventing the car from unlocking during use; the car is parked in an environment near interference devices such as signal towers, disrupting the remote control's infrared signal; the smart remote system has a problem, making it impossible to unlock or lock the car doors via the smart key. Solutions: Models with a push-button start usually have a smart key slot. Some models place this slot inside the center console, while others position it under the cup holder mat. When the smart key runs out of battery, inserting it into this slot allows the vehicle to detect the key and start the engine. Some push-button start models also have a metal keyhole. Locate this keyhole, insert the key blade from the remote key, and start the vehicle.
Last time my car key suddenly stopped working too, and after a lot of hassle, I realized it was due to electronic interference. Turns out those large LED billboards in parking lots emit signals on the same frequency, completely drowning out the key signal. And those metal key rings are especially troublesome—they wrap around the key like a signal jammer. The most frustrating is smartphone interference; when I kept my iPhone and car key in the same pants pocket, eight out of ten times the car wouldn’t unlock. Now I’ve learned my lesson—I always check for strong electromagnetic devices nearby before approaching the car and keep the key alone in my left pocket. Oh, and remember to replace the battery regularly—it lasts at most two years.
