GM Key Fob Keyless Remote Repair

[@deanbartlett123]

Never soldered before watched your vid and fixed my fob after 2 years of not working thank u so much saved me loads of money

[@deb10000]

This is the best video to repair the battery holder in a key fob! Thank you very much!

[@stevesurfaro]

A true DIYer. While another YTer is using cleaning solution, this gent actually solves the problem by completing the circuit. Reflow the solder. The force is strong with this one.

[@davidjandersen]

Thank you so much for this video. I had no soldering experience at all prior to watching this. I bought an inexpensive soldering iron that came with some solder, watched this video and went to work. I fixed both of my Pontiac remotes! The battery clip had fallen off in both of them. Super easy to follow video and very informative!

[@AKIYIAKELLY]

Thanks for this post. I was wondering what and where can I get a solder. I never heard of it. I just purchased it on Ebay. Let's see how it goes. This is the 3 time in less than 1 year my Key fob stopped working. The Dealership Charges me a arm and leg. I am going to try to do this. Thanks for the info. Be Blessed.

[@JesseCuster]

I did the same thing. Thanks to this video.

[@archfapper211]

THANK YOU! My sister's Chevy HHR remote died and this fixed it in less than a minute! Thank you for not making me go to the dealer!!

[@holly5755]

Thank you!!!!! I just fixed my Mom's key fob and earned another notch on my "Miss Fix-It" belt!!!!! I rock!!!!!

[@ManicMender]

Yes you do! Glad I could help!

[@emilyedwards4914]

This is the EXACT issue I needed to fix, with actually the exact same key fob. Thanks a lot!!

[@ManicMender]

Your welcome, thanks for watching

[@mikemiloserdoff6122]

Thanks for the utube. Seems the battery clip popping off of the board Is a common problem with these fobs...

[@1-danewraith804]

PHENOMENAL video. SPOT ON camera work. Succinct and to the point. All Points cover. Thank you very much for your time and expertise and most of all this valuable video.

[@guymerritt4860]

I give you credit for horsing with this thing. We have a 2006 HHR (and it's 2023) and ours hasn't worked forever. The case has a crack, the battery holder was disconnected on one side (like yours), and the contacts were bad (I tested them using some tin foil and got the thing to "kinda" work). I just went on Amazon and bought a genuine GM replacement for 37 bucks (with shipping) and the Chevy dealership in town said they'd program the thing for 25 bucks. Good job and you've got more patience (and better soldering skills) than me. Maybe if it breaks again I''ll try to fix the damned thing.

[@daveconway8833]

I have same fob, same issue. Got the sauldering iron ready from Amazon and this will be first time using one. Thanks

[@ke6bnl]

just bought a used HHR that had a bad intermittent fob and I cleaned it as you say and worked perfect

[@seadart07]

Perfectly and clearly explained. Worked like a charm. Loose battery clip and dirty contacts repaired and it works like new. Thanks for your time and talent making this video.

[@ManicMender]

+Phil D I'm glad I could help. Thanks for checking out my video

[@PaulieCav777]

Just an Additional Helpful Note:....Use some “Elbow Grease” when Cleaning those Graphite Contacts !👍😎 2cd Time around, It Worked like a Charm !!!👍👍🙋‍♂️Thankyou Very Much for this Helpful Video !!!🙏☺️

[@danhansell2799]

Great video. Have a 2005 Pontiac G6 where the battery clip disconnected. Watched this vid then went out and got a soldering iron at Walmart plus some solder. paid about $9. The battery holder didn't click into place so it's just solder holding it but it works now. Without this video i would have went out and bought a new FOB then would have to deal with programming it. Thanks !

[@aroberts7717]

Thanks for the help and saving me some money I got a car to drive to school and work to save on fuel and this helped getting the keyfob working perfectly

[@sslechta66]

Thanks sir! Have the same fob for a G6. A little solder and I'm back in business.

[@crochetbabe829]

My little bracket thing is barely hanging on and of course I don't have a solder machine/tool. But I was able to replace the battery in it ... using my second set ... I threw the bracket away that goes to my first fob. Thank you / very helpful video!!

[@GraemeGoldsmithisdaman]

Thanks that worked like a charm, the Jeep Dealership was going to just replace the whole thing for over $300 bucks, I had a soldering gun and some solder handy, took 5 minutes!

[@ManicMender]

+Graeme Goldsmith, that's awesome. I'm glad it helped you.

[@MagicianAnthonyBaca]

Thank you so much... Our new use car came with only one key chain remote that worked... Opened it up and this is what I seen... So now I think I can fix it! You da man!

[@ManicMender]

+MagicianAnthony , You are very welcome. Glad I could help.

[@1234dlkf]

Very clear and detail. Well done. I'll try as per instruction and report back. Have a great day.

[@1234dlkf]

Goodness, this was years ago. Anyway, it worked for just a few weeks. I gave up so I bought a new one from a dealer.

[@HappyKidsUSA]

Hey Manic Mender! Struggleville brought me here and I'm going to stay with you.

[@ijazkhan2019]

my problm was quick cell discharge.changed cells three to four times but discharged v quickly.bought a duplicate keyless.washed out the original keyless with dish washer liquid with a discarded tooth brush.dried it and put in the cells back in keyless.now working perfectly

[@AKIYIAKELLY]

Thanks for this post. I was wondering what and where can I get a solder. I never heard of it. I just purchased it on Ebay for $8.95. Let's see how it goes. This is the 3 time in less than 1 year my Key fob stopped working. The Dealership Charges me a arm and leg. I am going to try to do this. Thanks for the info. Be Blessed.

[@kennygrinder8092]

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[@rayhayden]

Showing support for our fellow small channels - best wishes for continued success!

[@danf.1291]

I was able to fix my key fob after watching your video. Thank you.

[@cobbleup]

Thanks for sharing. I'd recommend using a piece of wood (ie a pencil) to hold down the clip. The metal you're using is sucking the heat away from your solder joint.

[@rafaelchavez4975]

Thank you friend so much

[@poolboss2]

Excellent video! Worked like a charm! Thank you!

[@midnightrider7648]

good job, now i'm going to check mine out. it's been over a week since i got a new battery for it and it still doesn't work. i'll try your suggestions.

[@scientist100]

2 years later, did it work?

[@sportshots5799]

Thank you, you made the soldering look so easy. I was going to try and superglue the battery restraint, but now solder here I come. Have multiple key fobs that are not working correctly. I wonder if this would work on garage door openers?

[@johnathanvictor9216]

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[@tannerfinley4845]

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[@johnathanvictor9216]

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[@johnathanvictor9216]

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[@tannerfinley4845]

@Johnathan Victor no problem xD

[@JesseCuster]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@keishapenny2196]

Very good works for me. Thank you

[@eromakimare6325]

My car remote dead!...I have put in so many new heart/batteries and still won't come back alive!...I think I've killed it by pressing it to much so sad .Cost to much to get another buddy!!..So hopefully your video will help me bring him back..thnxs

[@eromakimare6325]

Omgs! My buddy is back I clean him now he back!!...Thank you so much your video is so awesome..

[@noremacrekrap]

How would somebody fix this problem temporarily with no Sauter?

[@JourTheeOnly]

This exactly what I was looking for

[@LamarRuss]

Just want i needed, good commentary thanks

[@mattb5141]

Use your pinky to hold solder leaves index finger for tweezers and iron in left hand. Also some electronics flux acts like a vacuum

[@johnlira3316]

Will cleaning the buttons on the plastic part and on the board unprogram the key fob?

[@RICHARDSORBIT]

good job man, good video for ones that need to know. thanks

[@Sunflower_288]

Nice work. my car alarm control has the same issue. but on mine the carbon or graphite contact is gone . when i cleaned the inside of it, most of the carbon contacts have dissolved. how do i add new carbon / graphite contacts again? thank you

[@ronmiller2599]

The clip in mine came off half way so when I tried soldering it back. The one side snapped off. So I snapped a different clip and tried to solder it on.. so I guess my question is. If the clip is atleast in contact with l the leds am I golden? Thanks for a reply. I never soldered b4

[@djmack4972]

My key fob is missing the battery clip on the inside will I be able to still use my fob without the clip?

[@squarefever4076]

Can I use rubbing alcohol? To clean it?

[@tiddums1151]

Very good job on a excellent video

[@Andrew-oj2yo]

this helped me a lot, thanks!

[@swiftrick15]

The key to a good fix is to remove the non leaded solder. Then resolder with leaded solder. The non leaded solder is brittle. Leaded solder will ensure this won't happen again. Also use flux, will ensure a clean melt. And solder has a L in it. Not soder. Traces are connected between layers in veers so no need to fill them. And those "resistors" look like capacitors.

[@daniellively1128]

Hey manic I have a question. I have a 2004 cts with the mother board that has the contact buttons like that mother board and I ordered a smart fitcamx smart key fob and I'm wondering if I can soder the contacts? It requires sodering the wires onto the buttons

[@ManicMender]

Thanks for sharing what your trying to do. I looked up those key fobs, those look pretty cool. As for the soldering, yes, you should be able to solder directly to the copper contacts. They are made out of the same copper foil as the every other contact on the board. You will likely want to add a bit of flux to the contact, then add a bit of solder onto the contacts, then solder the wires to them accordingly. Let us know how it goes.

[@bluecreeper89]

The metal clip that holds the battery into place.. mine happened to break in half.. any suggestions on how I could fix this? Or is there another way I could possible hold the battery in place? Or could I sauter the metal clip back together? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated

[@omarrex8974]

Thank you sir such a blessing 👍🏾💪🏾

[@Andrew_Bradshaw]

What kind of solder should you use?

[@ManicMender]

+Andrew Bradshaw , thats a great question. Usually any 60/40 solder works, and even better is Silver Bearing solder, although not needed. Silver Bearing solder is somewhat stronger, and makes a less resistive connection, but is not necessary in this application. Thanks for the question, and for watching.

[@norman7179]

@@ManicMender Use rosin core solder 60/40.

[@bradboughtachevelle1762]

So as long as the positive battery terminal isnt broken inside the remote, buy one from amazon (7-8 bucks) and swap the electronics to the new case w/new button pad, throw away your old case and buttons, will most likely work like new! AND.no programing....two minute swap...GOOD LUCK! PS, alot of them come with a new battery too! BONUS!

[@stevenshackelford1937]

What temperature do you have your soldering iron at? Thanks to your nice video, I am going to try this.

[@ManicMender]

It's a 45 watt iron, old school no temperature adjustments. Usually these run around 450deg C.

[@stevenshackelford1937]

@@ManicMender Great. TY ! You make it look pretty easy, but I am an , rookie, amateur, trainee. lol

[@napolitano915]

Excellent...thank you!!

[@donnagustavson7135]

Well thanks! Never considered it needed to be cleaned

[@PNdebt-hc2tg]

Have two GM remotes not working. Look exactly like yours. Soldered up fine and cleaned the button and contacts with rubbing alcohol. Still not working right. Red alarm works but other buttons do not. I took it apart and jumped over the copper and all items worked. So I have a problem with the contacts. Is there another way to rejuvenate the contacts? thanks for a great tutorial.

[@ManicMender]

That sounds like the graphite pad on the back of the button pads has worn off. Dorman makes replacement key fob bodies, that have new buttons, all you have to do is install your old circuit board into the new fob. These are found at most major auto parts stores and online.

[@suemarie6676]

I have a pontiac fab just like this..and I lost the ring clamp clip can you find that to buy as a piece?? I have the battery.....also do you repair if possible? It's for my mom remote to our car shes old but I hate her not having one for emergency but mine works..can't afford 150$..just asking if you think the missing clamp...I should just throw it out not fixable...ty tho couldn't believe a video was here and u fixed the exact issue I have..I'm very serious I would pay asap...whatever way..please let me know if you have a business that you do repair...I can show you the inside...I'm serious on paying if I can save it..but I don't have soder tool.im a girl thank you either way I enjoyed your work sue

[@ThatboiiIvan97]

I got solder inside the holes to clip on the metal where the battery goes in, can you help me how to get rid of solder in the holes ?

[@ManicMender]

+Ivan Garcia , try using solder wick to remove the old solder, then install the clip, and resolder.

[@TheOfficialRemiMoore]

I bet that is why I am having to really squeeze my botton and sometimes it still doesn't work. I thought the battery may be dead but now I am starting to think this is the case.

[@ManicMender]

That very well could be. Let us know what you find out.

[@fairelilith]

Remi Moore if you go to keylessfix.com, you can get a little pad that goes between the circuit board and your buttons. I had this issue few years ago and these worked like a charm. It helps create better contact between the two layers. BTW I don't paid for saying this. Just letting you know what worked for me. Probably the best $18 I spent. (idk how much they are now though...) Good luck!

[@rodneyclements4386]

Thank you for your post. Excellent!

[@beyondspace3736]

I fixed my temperature gauge on Toyota trd 2007 with solider

[@devrajput2439]

Can someone tell how keyless entry works? Technology behind the keyfob

[@mthead89]

I opened my remote to find that one of the smaller connections around the battery was in deed cracked. I bought a soldering iron and soldered it back together but it still doesn't work! I also tried putting foil between the buttons and chip, no dice. The board and contacts are in good shape and I cleaned the connections with rubbing alcohol and a Q-top. Any other ideas?

[@ManicMender]

If you have a voltmeter, set it to DC volts, and check if battery power is getting to the board, trace the circuit to the first component after the battery and test there. If no power, then reflow the solder joints again at both the positive and negative contacts. Also, double check the battery is installed correctly, dont ask how I know that one:)

[@josuevaldes31]

thanks for your help and time

[@Garfield33529]

I replaced my battery on the key light work on the key, but nothing appening an the car.

[@NCGlassArt]

I did this on one of my son's G5 remotes because both quit working. The front of the clip was still attached but both sides had come loose. I did it exactly as the video shows except I used a tiny dab of flux. When I got into range of the vehicle, the alarm kept going off on it's own :) Had to take the battery out to stop it. Any suggestions as to what I did wrong? Also, on the other remote the clip inside is completely detached from the board. One of the little prongs that fit into the hole on the sides is gone. Is the clip useless now or can I use possibly a 20 gauge tinned wire in place of the prong to compensate?

[@ManicMender]

sorry for the delay in my reply. The flux may be causing a small short, or the contacts have something on them for the panic button. As for the other remote, your idea of piece of wire, tinned, and soldered in the hole should work. I think installing the wire first, then solder the clip to it should do just fine.

[@Drying_Pan]

One of my contacts is cracked a bit. Is there any problem soldering it? I just bought the car and the dealer told me it was just the battery and i found this

[@ManicMender]

+MasterCrobat 2.1 you can solder anywhere that it was soldered before, but if the actual metal battery clip is cracked, then solder won't hold, solder is too soft a metal.

[@josuevaldes31]

i have the same issue wit mine. my remote looks just like yours its the exact same thing. but i notice im missing a resistance rite next to the big black recistence theres 2 really small i am missing the one on the left side do you have any suggestions to it? other than paying $150 bucks for a new one lol

[@ManicMender]

possibly try a scrap yard, sometimes they have the keys just tossed inside, sometimes the scrap yards keep them all together inside, sometimes they are still hanging from the ignition. Just look for the part number on the back of the key fob, and match to yours.

[@ldsman1963]

you can buy a new remote on amazon for about 15.00 dollars

[@ricardocastillo7960]

ldsman1963

[@andreavieira9026]

i need that done with mine but i dont have those stuff to do it :(

[@scientist100]

you can get a 10 dollar iron anywhere and a small amount of solder from Autozone. Alcohol and q tip you probably have them.

[@kennygrinder8092]

Call us at Solder Kingz and we will fix you key Today! Contact us now for a cheap price [e-mail]

[@JakeLocksmith]

If it’s still screwy you can always goto a local locksmith shop for more than half off of what a high priced dealer would charge for a new fob.

[@MinecraftWiz81]

i dont have the clip can i just solder the battery to the board just to hold me over?

[@ManicMender]

+Matthew , hey, I don't recommend soldering the battery, if it gets to hot it will explode. Try a paper clip bent to the same shape as the clip.

[@sokoloft3]

Mine doesn't look like this. Yours looks somewhat through hole whereas mine is surface mounted. One of them has been badly repaired already. I just don't understand how this retaining piece works. Its just a piece of metal with 4 fingers sticking out. 2 on each side. I would think it would bridge the ground and +, so its odd as to how it works.

[@lw3554]

i did this on one key fob and it worked, the other one was pissing me off. good video but you do have to know how to do this soldering stuff

[@crazylemonz1957]

Exactly what happened to mine

[@ManicMender]

Glad I could help. Hope your key fob works great now.

[@1amynta]

Manic Mender can i send you mine?

[@ManicMender]

+Amanda V , sure. Email me at [e-mail] and we can work out details.

[@vicious7812]

i have a mazda cx 7 2007 with a 3 flip button key. i believe its the transmitter. can you help?

[@ManicMender]

+Khaled El Maadawy, what exactly is wrong with your remote?

[@ManicMender]

also, watch this quick video on how to change the battery. Its another KZbinr, but no need to reinvent the wheel when he did a great job. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJvNlWCJrcqHhLM.

[@vicious7812]

i changed the key fob as well as the remote because the old buttons were hard to press. After the whole switch, everytime i press the remote, it would respond 1 out of every 20 times or so. The red light in the center usually lights up as well when i press a button but barely lights up now

[@ManicMender]

+Khaled El Maadawy , have your tried bending the contacts for the battery? They might not be making good contact. Also, try to clean the button contact points with alcohol and a Q tip. Clean the entire board with distilled water and an old toothbrush. Try all these and let me know how its doing. Also, sometimes batteries sit on the shelf in a store for a very long time, it might be worth trying another new battery if all these ideas don't work

[@wilito2390]

So what if I lost the clip that holds the battery?

[@norman7179]

??? ;-/

[@chuckoschmcc5853]

SOL

[@danielhinton3315]

I just love soldering. It's so calming. Why let someone else have the fun?

[@happystatic8106]

Thank you. It worked.

[@dotee1999]

what happens if you lost metal clip!!!

[@ManicMender]

+dotee1999 , could try to use a paperclip, bent to touch the top of the battery? Not sure what else you could do.

[@dotee1999]

+Manic Mender thanks I will try!!!

[@cliffordwoodard4180]

You can order another battery clip holder on ebay...apprx $6.00

[@powerhour4602]

Buy a colored FOB off Amazon for $10. Usually a 2 pack. You can use the new colored case, battery, the rubber key pad, and the clip. So then everything will look new and cool.

[@markbrad675]

It will solder better if you run some sandpaper on the end of the solder gun and clean it up till you see clean copper,just a TIP you ya,,Good job.

[@ManicMender]

A @Mark Brad. Your almost there. Just that soldering tips when new are nickel coated. So only clean down till you see silver. If you go thru to the copper, the flux will eat the copper away very quickly and ruin your tip.

[@gergemall]

Thx Manic Mender

[@johnb9187]

hhmmm.....why in the world are/were these device`s battery compartments not soldered to withstand the small force that the clips need to hold them in place longer?

[@stillified]

Are you located in Iowa? I noticed you said POP... :D Good video btw. Thank you.

[@ManicMender]

No, located in Indianapolis, IN . Thanks for the view, and your welcome.

[@gregbell8638]

I’ve tried this several times and it won’t stay solder after a few days

[@شموخرجل-ع6ب]

Good job 👍

[@adelismail6403]

great job thank you

[@sonerusa]

Just let u know guys, if you open with windshield razor instead of the screwdriver doesn't pop anything and open smoothly

[@jonrackham3168]

It worked. Thanks

[@markfrench3366]

Flux is your friend. Just a little dab will do ya on both areas you need to solder.

[@chrishood3166]

You can actually get these for less than $30 for a good used one off eBay that has instructions, new battery etc and not have to spend a few hundred bucks as you say.Thanks for sharing though.

[@multinaire]

90% alcohol or dielectric cleaner(CRC) /and a clean soft bristle brush...it dries faster !

[@bibiluxy769]

You Are Awesome!

[@mrhossein1976]

nice video, are you a repairman and do you have an email or any link to have a contact?

[@s.marctapper6226]

excellent

[@RCBUSINESS]

you saved me 69$ thank you!!!

[@ManicMender]

+Richard Gagnon You are welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@demondhudson5739]

Love it

[@sanwarnath1111]

Thanks.

[@colbolt54]

it would have been easier if you use rosin

[@multinaire]

Yep !

[@multinaire]

90% alcohol or dielectric cleaner(CRC) /and a clean soft bristle brush...it dries faster !

[@alishaa59]

Except I lost the battery clip.

[@SuperYosief]

No iron? No problem 1 get a elastic 2 foil 3 rap it around problem fixed

[@MR-kt1vx]

Whatt??