The original shell is on the right. Sometimes a key fob still functions, but the shell has been damaged or the buttons have been worn down from use. You can take the internal circuitry from the ...

This key must be inserted into the separating tab in the middle of the shell. Pry it open by gently twisting ... Turn the ignition key to position 2 (II). Hold the button on the key fob for 4 seconds.

There’s usually a mechanical key hiding inside the key fob for cars with push-button start systems, so you can still unlock your door if the car battery or your fob battery runs out of juice.

Many key fobs these days — especially those paired with newer vehicles — have an additional button labeled with an icon of an arrow going around in a near-complete circle. If you've ever ...

Car keys have evolved significantly over time. Chrysler introduced the first key that started a car with a turn of the ignition tumbler in 1949, Ford introduced double-sided keys in 1965, and by ...

Now, you can just push a button on most vehicles. It takes some of the tactile fun out of the driving experience. Luckily, we still have the key fob, which has also undergone some major ...