What to do when the Chrysler Keyless-N-Go remote doesnt work

[@joegargery9416]

Wow! You cover some seriously important things, things that no one else seems to -- literally, a life-saver if you're in the wrong neighborhood. Big deal in a lot of other situations too. You have a really good channel. Thanks so much.

[@andrepaden4801]

Good information. You can all so check the battery inside the key pod to. !!!! 👍

[@stoweby]

This is silly, i looked everywhere for something like this with my 2015 Chrysler 200 and you are the first person to ever show this. Couldn't find it in manual, asking mechanics, and even had a mobile mechanic come over with a diagnostic tool. Nothing.

[@DavidMirandaF]

Wow, that's the kind of info that maybe is written on the owner's manual but nobody ever reads it (even when they should!). Thanks for this critical piece of information, really appreciate it!!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your right....it most likely is in the owners manual. Thanks for watching David and for the comment

[@Autofixpals]

Nissans dead key fob start procedure is identical to Chrysler. Awesome tip, this video will certainly save a lot of people some headaches and wallet pain.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I have heard other brands have the same back up procedure.....cool to see which do and which dont. Yeah its sure to save money when it comes to a tow. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe.

[@dudurty0652]

So glad I found this channel. This issue just started with my 2018 Chrysler 300. I thought the battery in the remote was dead so I changed it and still nothing. I followed the steps from your video and it worked like charm. Now I have find out how and why this happened.Thank you so much man, and you have a new subscriber. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@DavidKRandom]

Hi, I have experienced the same issue. Did your mechanic fix the problem? What was it? I'd be interested to find out. Thanks!

[@travisreeves4578]

That is great to know. In Wisconsin if you leave the key outside in sub zero temps it really weakens the battery (discovered this while winter camping). I was two hours away from home trying everything I could to warm up the FOBIK so that the battery would be strong enough for the Jeep to recognize it... now I know I can relax about that.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Now that would suck for sure. Thanks for watching Travis!

[@geniferj]

Thank goodness I found you! My son let the battery run down and locked the fob in the car. You have saved me!

[@scottgorman7166]

Man David sure glad your out there doing these fix-it videos for us Ram (Dodge) owners....can be a life saver for us.

[@pdj1968pj]

Its nice to have an old school motorcity diy video. more please

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks! I never plan on stopping.

[@wyattoneable]

As an owner of a 2019 Chrysler this is invaluable information. My hats off to you sir. Outstanding information.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Appreciate it Wyatt!

[@bethdavis7986]

Will this work on a 2011 chrysler 300 base

[@perpgotti1901]

What if that still doesn't work

[@jimeckenrode1271]

I have a 2013 Ram with that feature and often wondered what would happen if the fob failed. Thanks Dave for this video.

[@robertschiedeck80]

You are making me look good to my customers. Hats off sir your a wealth of knowledge 👍👍

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Glad I can help out in what ever way I can.....even if its that lol. Thanks for watching and for the comment Robert. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.

[@RANDALLOLOGY]

That video is totally what I need. My son has a new Durango RT with the same set up. When his key fob craps out, I'm going to use this trick to blow his mind that the old man isn't totally dumb. Lol

[@RetaintoGain]

Just watched this and it worked! Key fob is dead. After 10 hours of work and it’s snowing tonight!! Thanks so much man!!!!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

That cool that the remote touches against the start button can start the vehicle very nice feature they added

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Its great when you have issues so that you can get back on the road for sure.

[@billdailey9148]

One of my FOBs has gone dead. I use one more than the other and now one is unresponsive. I change the battery thinking that was the problem but nothing. No change so I heard that they fall out of program if you don't use them both equally. So, I have one that works and the other is dead. I have a friend who is a locksmith and he has the ability and equipment to reprogram the key to the car. He said if they're not both used continuously, they fall "out of love" with the car and then need to be reattached to the car. Hmmm... but now I know WHY. Thanks for the video.

[@gsdfan8455]

Recently picked up a 2015 Grand Cherokee, and I’ve always wondered what to do in that situation. Thanks dude

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome and thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe.

[@cruisepix]

Everyday is a learning experience with Dr. David!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Lol.....most of the time we all learn at the same time....that includes me lol.

[@cruisepix]

@@MotorCityMechanic As long as I learn I won't remain stupid! lol Everyday should be a learning experience.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

It is for me.....thats for sure lol

[@vr4787]

Great info. I don’t have to worry about this though since my ‘06 Dakota uses an old school key, one less thing to worry about, but if I ever get around to buying a late model Ram, now I know.

[@phprofYT]

It would have been great if the dealership would have explained that to us when we picked up our brand new 2014 Durango in 2014.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I have to think that not all of them know this either. It should be talked about for sure at time of purchase.....its in the owners manual but if your like me.....who reads it lol

[@davidstreling3690]

read your manual its in there as well

[@chippope8984]

Thanks! You helped us start our car today while on vacation about to head back home! Be blessed

[@moocowdad]

as I said on your facebook page(described this exactly) it is important to remember this key fob is always powered up, unlike others where it only uses power when you press a button, thats why the handle will unlock without pressing a button,(so change the battery at least once a year) carry extra batteries, to change just take out the key put it in the slot at the end and twist , the fob will come apart take the old battery out, put the new one in and voila

[@joseconstante1321]

Could it be the key fob battery is going out isn't that like 5$ at AutoZone

[@jerrynavarro2404]

Your video saved my rear end thank you so much sir 🙏

[@ericadrayton7908]

Thank you sir!! I tried it and I was able to start my car!! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. 😁

[@moparchallenger749]

Outstanding Dodge😎

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Alot of different brands have gone to this set up from what I have been told. Seems to be the industry norm. Thanks for watching and for commenting. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already Kevin.

[@moparchallenger749]

MotorCity Mechanic Thank you Done 😎

[@MotorCityMechanic]

@@moparchallenger749 ......no, Thank you! lol

[@plutomars3181]

This is great to know. I am getting a new Jeep JL in a few weeks and now I can start it if key fob doesn't work. Thank you so much for sharing this secret.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome. I have a few other videos on that vehicle so make sure to check them out as well. Thanks for watching this one and dont forget to subscribe.

[@shotgunnerB]

Thanks for taking the time to teach us all!!!👍🙋

[@rgrndu]

Good tip, although I think it’s funny that you felt it necessary to show how to unlock the door with the key. “So after I stick it in I have to turn it? Jeez, so much work!” 😂

[@jeffreyhale1931]

Had to do this 3 days after we bought our Journey. Took us about and hour to figure it out. This would have been great 8 yrs ago

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Thanks for watching and sorry it took me so long to film it lol. Great job on figuring it out.....majority have no clue.

[@jeffreyhale1931]

MotorCity Mechanic 13 year old daughter came up with the idea. Full credit to her.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

@@jeffreyhale1931 Now thats a smart girl!

[@HighHopes5]

Worked for my 2014 Chrysler 300. Thank you so much! We were at the grocery store and this was the first time it happened. Normally don't watch car stuff but I've subbed just because how efficient and smooth the video was. 🙏

[@billrimmer5596]

As usual very concise and helpful!! On the 2016 Town and Country I ended up taking the door off to replace the door lock actuator. That was good advice. I c why u r reluctant to post a video on that job. U must replace those all the time. Both have failed on this car I am working on. I am doing the left side today. And using the Mopar part like u recommend. Thanks again for your super vids. Loved the timing belt, water pump series on the PT!! It made me into PT flash. Lol

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks Bill! I sooo want to film that repair sometime eventually. I want to get a door from a junk yard and cut the front sheet metal off so that you can see the things you cant see when doing this repair. Maybe one day.

[@billrimmer5596]

@@MotorCityMechanic Thanks again!! One last question. Do u remove the glass when u r changing the door lock actuator? That seems to b where the hang up is.

[@mrbizmarky1]

Dude this just happened on my friends Jeep Cherokee! It ended up being the batteries in the key fobs went bad! The car sat in my driveway for a week . My other friend is a chrysler mechanic and we thought it was the wyn module. I’m surprised he didn’t know that about the key. Thanks your videos are very helpful.

[@andrevallieres624]

Thank you so much, I've just managed to start my 2016 200 S with that trick, thank you again...

[@johnsimun6533]

As a owner of a Cruze with the smart key. Some times it doesn’t recognize my fob. I figured out, repeatedly pressing the lock or unlock, until I hear the locks work. That usually pairs them together.

[@tripleseven8361]

I'm up here in Canada...Just a couple of days ago, a purchased a brand new 2024 JLU Rubicon, in Montreal, and was in the process of driving it home to New Brunswick, (through the state of Maine)...Half way there, on a minor, 2 lane highway, in the middle of Maine, I had to stop due to a railroad crossing signal... In order to save gas, I put the vehicle in park and shut off the engine...It wouldn't re-start, and road-side service wasn't able to help me...I was stuck, blocking my lane, for about 2.5 hours...Luckily, I found the Key FOB solution, on the internet, in which you physically use the Key FOB to push the starter switch/button, and it actually started... Now, my wife wants me to return the vehicle, to get our money back, but I don't think that's possible up here...

[@goobersteel2231]

excellent demonstration

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Appreciate it George

[@BonheurEsperer]

Extremely helpful. Thanks for making a video about it👍

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Thank you for watching it Daniel

[@18spd4Life]

Just bought a 2013 with only one fob, great tip man thanks 🤘🏻

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome Damon! Enjoy the vehicle and get you a back up key for those "crap happens" moments.

[@keithwilliams2766]

Thanks for this valuable information. I always imagined what to do in a situation like this. Much appreciated.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome Keith! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@bowtech1020]

Great video man.... Did not know u can start with remote like that knew about the key thing

[@MotorCityMechanic]

We all learn something new everyday lol....including me. Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Make sure to subscribe.

[@gabrielmerza6904]

Morning from Arizona keep it up the good videos

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Good morning! Thanks for watching Gaby!

[@Smoak77]

BRO I KEEP HAVING THIS PROBLEM THANK YOU SOO MUCH MAN YOU A LIFE SAVER ✊

[@mr.bailey3971]

Saved me time and money! Thanks for this dope video!

[@lobuk516]

Always wondered what to do when the fob died. Thanks for the info👍🏾

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@joef2171]

99% of the time just change the battery when the information display tells you fob battery low and you will never have a dead fob.

[@SlumberBear2k]

this is actually extremely helpful. I bought one of these and turns out the backup key isn't even lathed.

[@andyphuong4826]

10 thumbs up David. You are life saver. Some days I will in this situation and just Panic and cry. Thank you.

[@XtheFox1]

That’s actually cool! I never knew that.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Thanks for checking the video out.

[@GSOAguitarplayer]

Nice Dave! My Mazda CX-5 2018 has the same thing. I feel much better know that.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

A few others have mentioned other brands as well. Seems to be the universal backup for these systems. Thanks for the info and for watching. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.

[@GSOAguitarplayer]

MotorCity Mechanic Dave! Dude! You helped me out a lot with the patriot a while back!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

@@GSOAguitarplayer I see some many replies and screen names lol. Now that you mentioned it your name does ring some bells lol. Thanks for being loyal.

[@old75v1]

Dave, Thank you for bring this procedure to our attention, you provide very informative how to videos, Tank you again!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Glad I can share what I know to everyone thats welling to listen and watch. Thanks for the comment John

[@EarlSinclair97]

Good information! Thanks for taking the time to post it.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Thanks Brandon!

[@monogamousbonobo3923]

Great video! When I bought my used '13 team 1500, it only came w/one key fob! I bought another one online and learned I needed to go to the stealership and get the key fob programmed.... $60 for the labor cost... $30 for them to plug into my OBD2 and pair the fob w/vehicle! Prices may vary from stealership to stealership but $100 to do 10 minutes (i watched them from the outside the bay) of work! This was in Southern Oregon at one of the biggest ram stealerships in the PNW. SMH.......

[@Blazer02LS]

Most automotive locksmiths can program them in as well, usually for less money.

[@DJ-gh4dg]

Very important to know. Appreciate the video and tips!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks!

[@mrjughead87]

You're a wizard Harry

[@MotorCityMechanic]

If you say sooo! Lol. Thanks and make sure to subscribe

[@sirjohndoeofpa3292]

Nice and informative video. The ol' lady's Dodge Journey has this set up. Again, great info....thanks!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Thanks for watching!

[@simplerick256]

Extremely helpful my man. Keep em coming

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I sure will and thanks for watching.

[@miked9104]

Excellent video, thank you 👍🏻👍🏻

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Appreciate it Mike! Thanks for watching

[@elinventorcito]

excellent detail

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks Rene! Make sure to subscribe.

[@rodneygregory6122]

Thanks for showing me how to start my 300 from my key fob!

[@timothymroberts2949]

Another great informative video David! Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome and thanks for watching Tim!

[@alistairlomas6768]

Had an issue of not being able to gain entry into my new smart entry Toyota. Turned out, rescue affiliated service couldn't even gain entry without breaking windows as the emergency key doesn't work if you have double dead locked your car. Car had to be moved with skates. After unloading the car started first time. Dealership informed me that they had a known issue where there are dead spots in the signal. Sometimes you only had to move the car a few foot to work again. Apparently there was a black spot in the car park at Trafford centre where it was always happening. Toyota head office said they were aware but decided it was more important that the cars security was upheld. I laughed & said it wasn't much good to the owner if they couldn't drive the car. True story, I kid you not.

[@rgrndu]

Alistair Lomas What’s double dead locked mean?

[@alistairlomas6768]

@@rgrndu I'm no expert but on setting the cars alarm I pressed once to activate & second to deadlock. It's a secondary locking system, like a dead bolt which makes the door extremely hard to jack open with a crow bar say. The emergency key only opened the door if you had set once. Because after moving the car from the signal dead spot, I'm not sure how the dealership would have gained entry without broken glass & neither did the recovery services as Toyota had not given them any info apart from take to nearest Toyota workshop.

[@UrbanMasterExperiment]

Excellent info. Thank you!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome and thank you

[@zarikparsanian3940]

I just bought 2019 NEW RAM 1500 Big Horn 4 Wheel Drive 5.7L Hemi MDS, What is your opinion about it? For many years I was hesitant to buy Chrysler products for myself. But researching specs and with today's technology on cars and trucks, I think made the right choice. Thank you for the awesome videos.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Great truck.....I see no issues to be concerned with at this time. The 2019 is only about 2 years old so time will really tell. Otherwise alot of the components have been around awhile and have been doing great. Enjoy that vehicle!

[@zarikparsanian3940]

@@MotorCityMechanic Thank you so much

[@jamesu]

Thanks David.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome James!

[@danellison1555]

Before u move on to everything at 2:54 how do u fix it if it won’t go to acc or start mode? My 2017 Chrysler 300 key fob locks and unlocks etc but trying to start the vehicle it just says doesn’t recognize fob and just stays in off mode….

[@flatratemaster]

Great tip David!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks man!

[@johnschiripo6472]

Thanks again for information and right to the point video. My son has 2012 Charger with this system and wondered what to do if that happens,now I know. Thanks again keep up the awesome job.

[@TheBuddy1939]

What a life saver. Well done thanks for sharing

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks for the kind words. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already

[@Val-mm5gd]

Very helpful video, thanks for making it

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome Val! Thanks for watching it

[@qbee1422]

Wow you blew my mind with that

[@ivanmiuller]

Was about to call AAA . Thanks man

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Glad the video saved you some waiting time for them to finally arrive. Could have been hours

[@mrbreeze7373]

On my way to try this now- more crap to break and break it does

[@markhem2475]

thanks mate just happen to me the other day new battery fixed the problem wished l had of known about that trick would have made thing a lot easier hempy from down under

[@jamcdona]

Did not know about touching the fob to the start button. Thanks, man. '15 TH

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Just another thing that gets hidden away in the owners manual that sales doesnt tell you.

[@timholmes4396]

My Ram truck with the Cummins 6.7 diesel could easily pull that train!! Thank you for the great analysis!!!!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

I think a few horses hooked up to it could.....Jason at Engineering Explained summed it up and explained it best, just about any vehicle can pull that load. Good old PR stunt. Thanks for watching Tim!

[@mikepoint4983]

Thank you David .

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome Mike! Thanks for watching.

[@ecook543]

I didn’t even know that. Amazing!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Hopefully you wont have to ever use it. Thanks for checking the video out

[@tonynguyen9453]

Thank you Brother 😊❤

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome!

[@houstonmontoya9111]

U saved my life ...my control battery was dead 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🙏🙏🙏🙏🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🐐🐐🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶

[@onis-carbinegarcia3252]

Thank you that reprogrammed the fob

[@vanessababooram9469]

Good explanation

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Thanks Vanessa! Appreciate the feedback

[@PillCosby407]

Thanks bro my friend just call me he couldn't start his car. So I follow your instructions how to start the car its perfect he save 220 for now.

[@marcgallantetlynemartelg9533]

Thanks you to lets us know about the antenna hidden behind the silver circular band that offers us an alternate way to start, dealer never mention this fact to us

[@dajourlivingston28]

So that's how you turn it on for only ACC. As a owner of a 2012 Chrysler 300. Thank you!!

[@paulmarket8390]

Awesome advice. Will pass this along. Thank yo.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Thanks for spreading the word and for watching.

[@basimalbondagji8174]

excellent information thank you

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome and thanks for watching. Make sure to subscribe.

[@wysetech2000]

Awesome info, David and very well done.

[@aspman97]

What to do if the alarm is going off once you open the door with the key?

[@dwain415]

Sometimes it also means the battery in the fob is weak. I have been through this with my 2017 Chrysler 300 a few times. I noticed the battery in the fob needs to be changed often. After I change the battery, it works like new.

[@2b2unit]

Well good luck especially when your fob worked before you left, locking it & setting the alarm because as sure as heck, it's not going to let you in w/o alarms going off, lights flashing with the key...sitting outside residence inn and I'm stranded 9:00 at night. POC car

[@Defofone]

Cicada heaven!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Noisey little things! I asked them to stop but they just ignored me lol

[@carlosulloa6899]

Very helpful greatest advice Thanks for your video !!!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome Carlos and thanks for watching.

[@imfloridano5448]

Yep that happened ta me once in a 2016 Chrysler 200 remote. The battery went ta the ether. Wish i knew about this last year cause i couldnt find any verbage in the owners manual discussin this.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Yeah it happened to mine so I made the video. Thanks for watching it and for taking the time to comment. Dont forget to subscribe.

[@JAKEJAKE-bc5dr]

Great video

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks!

[@toxic1venom]

Thanks brother. You are the man.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Thank you sir! Much appreciated

[@tinkerwest]

Great info. Bigly thumbs up! 👍

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks! Make sure to subscribe if you havent already

[@dgoode2846]

That was awesome, thank you David. 👍👍

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome and thanks for watching

[@cristeeldo894]

Omg this just saved my lifeeeeee no joking.

[@deraralkouri6032]

Thank you,you saved the day

[@alisabah7815]

You are the man

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment. Dont forget to subscribe.