When the battery is removed from the key fob, the fob can lose its ‘memory’ or programming. If the key fob is not working after replacing its battery, a reprogramming procedure may be required.

And that’s just for the fob. Add another $50 to $100 to get replacement fobs programmed to work with your car and to have a new mechanical backup key made.

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.

But maybe you’ve experienced the downside: The cost to replace the latest key fobs can be as much as $400 depending on the brand. Then add another $20 to $130 to program it to work with your car.

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When your Honda key fob runs out of battery, you can take it to a dealership, but it's pricey. It's much cheaper and not too difficult to do it yourself.

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Your car's key fob is totally hackable, but there's a simple way prevent potential break-ins and theft.

“The fob has become a critical part of the security of the car,” he said. The average price for an Audi key fob replacement, including programming, is $500, we were told.

Look in your pocket, purse, bag, or junk drawer and chances are you’ll find a key fob. The basic ones lock and unlock your car’s doors. The fanciest do much more. No matter which kind you have, ...

Batteries fade and die over time, but but changing the cell in your Chevrolet key fob doesn't have to be difficult.