VW Smart Key Keyfob Repair or any other keyfob for $10 or less !!!

Keyfobs are notorious for having a button become sticky or generally non-functioning. Try this quick cheap trick next time your keybob fails.

[@nitronamous]

Worked immediately after doing this! Was stuck at the piggly wiggly during a zombie invasion and boom it hit me that I needed to check KZbin, thanks man you saved our lives!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Awesome!!! So glad it helped you!

[@williamsdg]

I'm a electronic technician and didn't even consider it could be a dirty contact issue. I literally just sat here at my work bench and fixed my problem with the unlock button. Thanks for the video. It was a big help and money saver.

[@saqhussain8510]

Dude!!! I was stranded in the middle of nowhere. Followed what you said. Wiped the contacts with my finger and blew out the dust! Voilà!!! Job done. Top G

[@nancycuriel1253]

Almost bought a whole new key saved me 300 dollars after watching this video thanks man!! Appreciate it!!

[@CarlosOrtiz-hy8wi]

Dude... my unlock never worked for over a year... I just removed the battery and put it back ALL ON A WHIM FROM this video... you just saved me $100s from buying a new one. I love you

[@sank1961]

THANK YOU! My car fob would not open any doors this morning apart from the boot and would lock. Had to enter the car through the boot this morning to open the doors! After endless searching your video did the job. I opened the fob and found the battery had become loose. Key is working now! 👍🏼😀

[@DEALZ7]

Thnk you son much man, VW was charging me 170.00 just to diagnose the key and then possibly 300.00 for a new key… I’m glad I ran into your video before paying

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thanks for commenting Daniel, so happy it helped!

[@robertm4050]

Awesome fix. Psyched I found your video before I hacked the remote apart to see if it needed soldering or a new switch.

[@SR-ku9gj]

Thank you for a great how to video. Followed all your instruction and my VW CC FOB works again. Please keep making these great videos!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Awesome to hear people finding the information useful! Thanks for taking the time to comment… love the feedback!

[@jaysteinbrecher9301]

Thank you Jeremy! I had my key FOB open and was looking for a way to access to circuit board for cleaning. Thankfully, I saw your video before I had a chance to destroy it by trying to get the board to pop out. Soaked it in 100% Alcohol and it now works.

[@jeremy_rigged]

Jay Steinbrecher thanks for the feedback... I'm glad this worked for you!

[@mohammedzahboune824]

Nice trick. I'll do that to my key. I've not changed the battery since I bought my car in 2016. Good job man👍👍👍

[@suzannemaurer3615]

it worked a treat! So simple but effective I thought I would need to put the remote apart but the solution was easy and fast. Thank you very much for a very informative video.

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thank you for watching Suzanne!

[@bam13sept]

Thank you s-o much. I repaired my key with your method and it works great!

[@michellemindy4488]

Thank you so much!!! It was so hard to open it and then always hear the alarm!! This helped reset it!! Yay!!

[@24ZJR]

All I did after watching your video was blow into the key fob and it worked lol. I didn’t have to buy anything from the store.

[@videomartin]

Did the same and it worked!! 0$ Thanks!

[@TheTaino320]

Thank you!!!! Great video. I cleaned both successfully.

[@cyrsep5364]

Very clear understanding video. You make to love my car again.

[@alanhoyle2545]

Excellent and thanks for the guidance. Worked a treat and didn't even have to replace the battery!!👍

[@jeremy_rigged]

Awesome... happy to help Alan! Thanks for the feedback!

[@vishetube]

This is the best suggestion given so far in youtube. Thank you Jeremey!! Isopropyl alcohol works like a charm!!

[@jeremy_rigged]

You’re most welcome… Thanks for the comment! 😊

[@nakamunbob]

Thank you! Articulate, to the point and very useful.

[@tkdpeter8959]

Thank you. I was wondering what is happening with my key now I know.

[@jonathanl6088]

Thank you so much, this worked perfectly for me, using the isopropyl alcohol ! Wasn't sure I was going to be able to get a replacement, now it's not an issue !

[@jeremy_rigged]

Jonathan L awesome... thanks for the feedback!

[@mybingobrain]

I tried this and it worked!! Funny thing, it was my spare key that I hardly ever use. Only the unlock button did not work. Now it does!! Thanks!!!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thanks for the comment mybingobrain. Believe it or not, it was my spare key that caused me to create this video as well. :)

[@freebornjohn2687]

Very helpful many thanks. If you need a replacement key whats the cheapest way to get one? Is it possible to reprogram a second hand key to be able to use on a different car?

[@paulcrawford5437]

Thank you I was told that this was a common fault and unrepairable. Will definitely give this a go.

[@jeremy_rigged]

Good luck... hope this helps you!

[@islanderkevin]

This worked perfectly for both of my CC key fobs. Thank you.

[@jeremy_rigged]

You’re welcome Kevin, I appreciate the feedback!

[@ervisfarruku1828]

Thanks for sharing it really does work, you just saved me from buying a new key, if we were closer i would biy you a beer. Cheers!!!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thank you Ervis, glad I could help! Cheers!

[@loyalty7273]

You man have saved me £263! THANK YOU A LOT.

[@jeremy_rigged]

I'm glad you found the video useful!

[@zlatkodujlovic2709]

Thanks man, he works,hello from Croatia😃👋

[@theSilvioRoesler]

Man, it worked like a charm!!! Thanks so much for posting it!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thanks for the comment Josh... glad it helped you!

[@TheUrbanButcheryChannel]

Cheers my friend this vid has got me out of a tight fix Great video thank you

[@kapilajayasundara157]

Very clear instructions, thank you very much

[@aminjan7415]

Great... awesome.. I fix my key when I saw your video thank you soo much

[@everesttip]

Very good and clear explanation. Appreciate.

[@victorrivera6228]

Man that just happen to me yesterday stop working I will do this today thanks man

[@mattk04]

Another success story! Thank you for the video.

[@jeremy_rigged]

mattk04, I’m happy to hear it helped you! Thank you for the feedback my friend.

[@martinmaxwell9952]

THANK YOU! Worked on my 2013 CC fob perfectly

[@jeremy_rigged]

Awesome! Thanks for commenting Martin, glad it worked for you!

[@BlockIce84]

Cool video. Hey I am trying to figure out why my back doors are not unlocking when I open the driver's door. Any info about that?

[@AntoniOrszykowski]

You saved the day. After a while passat connected back to the fob so thank you for that. I got one question. I lost previous plastic door opening bit so how can I recut it for the door if I have no template in form of previous one?

[@jeremy_rigged]

Unfortunately I believe the only way is to have the dealership cut a new valet key from the VIN.

[@NubianLion7]

thanks j...my situation is this...immobilizer active came on in my CC...the key wasnt opening the door...changed battery still didnt open...cleaned it it worked but i gotta keep jiggling the fob in the ignition to somehow allow the key to enter and engage to start bypassing the immobiler stage ...this can take 5 min...same on when i stop and want to get ot car,,,the key will come out the ignition and the car will be still on...i gotta jiggle it around until it engages to stop...on top of all this...i just broke my valet key ...so now i cant trust the fob to always open the door...i have to leave a door open...looks like im looking at a dealer or locksmith phone call which i know the cost is gonna be ridiculous...im just glad im able to get pass the immobilizer cause if it was working properly...i wouldnt be able to drive the car at all...seems like im limited to solutions...woe is me bro lol...if the fob is cleaned out...should it ALWAYS open the doors? help anybody

[@jeremy_rigged]

It sounds like the ignition switch port where you place your fob is the main issue… I would look for a video relating to replacing this piece. You still may not he able to avoid a dealer visit unfortunately. Sorry for your troubles…

[@danielwambua892]

Amazing video had the same issue from yesterday just tried out and worked like a charm...thanks mate

[@jeremy_rigged]

Happy to help my friend, thank you for the comments!

[@robbeideman3877]

Your awesome fixed my key fob problem 😃

[@joewaltz2709]

Great video, really helps. Thank you

[@janraey]

Many thanks, fixed my Passat 3C keyfob again!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Awesome! Thanks for watching Jan…!

[@pickupsoccerhamilton]

Did this today! You are the man!💪👍

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thank you... glad it worked for you!

[@ellenjohnston6632]

Thank you. I really needed this

[@jeremy_rigged]

My pleasure Ellen... I hope it helped!

[@drcoolautofix]

Nice one bro, what if the remote fob key light don't blink when you push the button?

[@jeremy_rigged]

I’d start with making sure the battery is new (or at least good) and burnish the battery contacts with fine sandpaper of Scotch Bright pads to ensure no corrosion is between the battery and contacts. If all is good there, then you either still have a bad or dirty button contact, or something is damaged in the circuitry of the FOB… I typically find this to be from water damage with matte gray or corroded solder joints, circuit board rust stains, or a white powdery appearance being possible visual clues.

[@SethRobson93]

Hero of the day. Saved my life. Thank you

[@jeremy_rigged]

Wow thanks Seth... happy to help!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Hey Seth... I just watched your story, it appears you saved your life in a much bigger way... very inspiring. Hope you are doing well my friend.

[@SethRobson93]

@@jeremy_rigged oh wow thank you brother, I didn’t think anyone could make it through that rambling mess! I appreciate it so much!

[@naodtsehaye5550]

hi, i have some issues with my key its the same as you have on the video, the issue is that sometimes it works and sometimes it dosent and on my display there is a sign "immbolizer avtive" i have the change the battery but ist still there,what can be the issue her, appreciate your help

[@robin.4267]

Thanks 👍🏼💫working again

[@MrChaply]

YOU ARE GENIUSSSSS!!!! Saved my life

[@jeremy_rigged]

Glad I could help! :)

[@augabooga928]

Thank you! You saved me 350 USD. Your great!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thank you for the comment Aaron, happy to help!

[@mcrkoma1986]

Worked for me. Thanks man

[@jordanbuchanan8523]

I have a 2009 Volkswagen Passat 2.0t and my lock and trunk button work but my unlock button only works if I take the battery out a couple of times and put it back in. Any help

[@ghezoi]

Good job mate!

[@reymundocastro87]

Thank you very much awesome video very informant get a very great job teaching us how to fix it the good work Buddy

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thank you for the positive feedback!

[@iiiiiihaa]

my key only works forthe drivers door. other three doors won't lock. can you give me an advice?

[@markmackenzie369]

Very helpful especially when a replacement FOB $100s

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thank you Mark, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@K3ForTheRecord]

man this shit work lmao usually don't comment on these videos but you a genius for this haha

[@jeremy_rigged]

I appreciate you taking the time to comment... I’m glad it worked for you!

[@anitareed3703]

Thank You very much for that helpful information!!

[@jeremy_rigged]

You’re very welcome Anita!

[@jojosmom8819]

Omg! This totally worked! Been having some issues with my Passat for a few days, even got stranded at work and had to pay a service to pop my lock. Didn't realize that it was just dirty😅! Didn't have the spray so I just used a baby wipe...

[@jeremy_rigged]

Jojos Mom, I’m happy it worked for you! Thank you for the comment!

[@islanderkevin]

Don't pay someone to pop the lock again. that little key that slides out is for the drivers door, at the rear of the door handle is a plastic cover that pops off (look at the handle from the bottom and you will see a small slot you can stick the key into to pop the cover off) once the cover is off their is a key hole to unlock the door. The alarm will go off when the door is opened but you can start the car normally and it will shut off.

[@jojosmom8819]

@@islanderkevin Actually,y key doesn't work. I forgot how the dealership explained it but the previous owner changed something and now the key is useless...🤷🏾‍♀️

[@islanderkevin]

@@jojosmom8819 that sucks. You can get a new door lock tumbler with key for about 150 bucks to replace whats in your door then can get a new blade for your fob for about 10 bucks

[@jojosmom8819]

I bought this used car and it has so many problems unbeknownst to me. Oil and coolant is mixing, subpar parts have replaced original parts. Head gasket just blew a couple weeks ago. Car leaks everywhere it goes. Now my parking spot has a milky pool. I'm not investing another dime in succubus of a car. When it dies, it dies...🤷🏾‍♀️

[@Broskisaysno]

Your a life saver bro. Thank youuuuu

[@jeremy_rigged]

Happy to help Jonathan… thanks for the comment!

[@keving19644]

Volts wagon valet key is it limited use?

[@TetraTimboman]

Worked amazing! Thanks!

[@jeremy_rigged]

You’re most welcome!

[@pammyssue9058]

Omg!!! Thank you...you save my life

[@jeremy_rigged]

You're very welcome! Glad I could help you!

[@silvioroesler8284]

Thanks for posting!

[@CaddyBrokeDown]

Yup worked for me good shit my guy!!!!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Awesome! Thank you for the feedback my friend!

[@eddieyamby]

this does work thank you .

[@stephenmathew9144]

thank you so much it worked will for me

[@yce8112]

has anyone an idea why it's all good when i unlock the trunk but when i lock it with the button ( the trunk is electric ) the trunk comes down about 20 inches away from locking then it stops and goes back up ?

[@thetruth2223]

Thanks so much. You've solved my issue. God bless you 🙏

[@jeremy_rigged]

You’re most welcome... thanks for the feedback!

[@thetruth2223]

@@jeremy_rigged You are welcome 😊

[@d.rakhmanberdi1929]

Good job 👍

[@fredbaria5290]

thank you just saw your video very helpful

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thank you Fred...

[@ismailbhayat6801]

Superb explanation 👌

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thank you for taking the time to comment. 😊

[@gilcerecedo5410]

Thanks for your help this is work

[@eliazarmejia5664]

Thaks...it was fantastic

[@gustavososa4364]

Very Clear!! Thanks.

[@jeremy_rigged]

You’re most welcome sir!

[@freddywilkins]

Perfect, it worked great!!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Awesome Freddy! Thanks for watching.

[@deepsukh12]

Thank you very much for information I was able to fix the problem I was facing to open my car by using the fob

[@KRay-fb2vf]

In this particular remote there are four micro switches on the circuit board. I felt the click when I pushed on 3 of them but no click on the Unlock Door switch button. I did not see that you made this sensitive test before cleaning. After taking the circuit board out "with much difficulty" I verified the unlock micro switch seems to be broken and the button does not produce a click when depressed. I did soak it in 91% Alcohol with no success. Is it possible I drew the short straw and my switch is actually broken? Thank You

[@jeremy_rigged]

Unfortunately you may have grabbed a short straw. depending on the exact year and model of the fob, the inside of those "micro-switches" is either a metallic spring plate with a conductive rubber base, or a silicone cone shape with conductive rubber base. (The metallic spring plate style makes the clicking sound you refer to... where the model of mine is a rubber cushion style switch which makes to tangible click or click feel.) Your physical switch is most likely worn out unfortunately. My video is only to address the more common issue of contact fouling from simple dust and other incidental contaminants. I'm sorry it didn't help your situation.

[@HELLO_AGAIN]

Thanks! Repaired.

[@meghanhackney1901]

I bought this car from someone yesterday and it didn't have the valet key in it or the metal piece. I can still use the key but I can't use any of the buttons. Do you think this would this work for me if I clean it out or do you think I would need a whole new key? Thanks in advance!

[@jeremy_rigged]

Hi Meghan, it’s certainly worth a shot! This simple cleaning task has revived many inoperable keyfobs, I would start with just changing the battery and go from there.

[@kartheekyh]

thanks a lot for the video. What is the industrial liquid you used?

[@jeremy_rigged]

Kartheek Yadiki Hanumanthaiah, I use QD Contact Cleaner made by a company called CRC. www.amazon.com/CRC-Industries-03130-Contact-Cleaner/dp/B000RY5D0G

[@TheUrbanButcheryChannel]

I used WD40 great result

[@luiscanales9280]

I fixed it thank you

[@jeremy_rigged]

Great! Thanks for your comment Luis!

[@AngryPostmanStockholm]

Common sense, have a little spray (not soak it) into the keygap too (and around whereever there are contacts or connections (again dont soak it, just a tiny spray). Tip for mobile phones: If your speaker "stop working" (cant hear people you talk too or music), clean the headphone jack (the dirt somehow make some phones think the headphones are connected). Atleast i did that to an LG myself and a samsung for a girl i know, and yes it worked - no bull.

[@robwatkins1745]

so if I have new battery, red light flashes, used contact cleaner liberally twice, shook it, used canned air to dry and I still cannot lock / unlock or pop truck am I screwed? I bought car used so it only came with one key fob.

[@calebdykstra9663]

When you replace the battery it needs to be reprogrammed

[@josephkimondo4752]

Omm

[@ZOne_26]

Thx !

[@annpope6369]

Jeremy, my keyfob is stuck in the ignition - any suggestions?

[@jeremy_rigged]

Ann, try the technique in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2qqq3WGlLCqla8

[@jaybee4915]

if your battery is low the first thing to stop working is the unlock. other features will stop working shortly after that

[@matysiak985]

Thanks for info. Will check soon!

[@shaeandray9089]

Will this help if my ignition not noticing my key ?

[@jeremy_rigged]

If you haven’t replaced the battery yet, I would start there. If the ignition still doesn’t recognize the key, it is most likely a pairing issue that will require a trip to the dealer to reprogram, or someone with the correct scanner to perform the same task.

[@quadrantheatingelectricspl2907]

Great thank you Sir

[@jeremy_rigged]

Any time my friend!

[@raderic2guy]

Cant find the Cleaner you are talking about. Is WD40 acceptable??

[@jeremy_rigged]

WD40 is not advisable, and would probably render all of your internal switch contacts inoperable as WD40 is essentially fish oil, which will leave an oily residue behind. QD Contact cleaner is usually in stock at ACE Hardware stores, and at a lot of auto parts stores. Isopropyl alcohol in concentrations higher than 90% is fine to use, and can be found in big box hardware stores, and pharmacies. Avoid using a scented rubbing alcohol as the detergents found in them can leave a film behind. Also avoid any kind of ethanol as it too leaves an insulating film behind. I hope you can track down one of the above options. www.acehardware.com/departments/automotive-rv-and-marine/fluids-and-lubrication/brake-cleaners/8008104

[@nafeeshussain6330]

Top man!!

[@magico5314]

Thanks brother.

[@jeremy_rigged]

Anytime my friend!

[@magico5314]

@@jeremy_rigged 1 month later. My panic alarm is disable but it's working. I was about to dish 200.00 beans!!🙏🏽😊

[@lesrogers7310]

Great video, very helpful. Thank you.

[@jeremy_rigged]

Thank you Les!

[@bobby1505mb]

thanks..... your sooo goood.... :-)

[@Volvoliver]

When I push the lock/unlock button my light works but it is red. Is it okay or is this the indicator of the low battery?

[@jeremy_rigged]

Mine is red as well, the camera sensitivity to infrared light makes it look more white in this video. If you are getting a light indication but no response from your vehicle, the first thing i would try is a fresh battery in the fob.

[@Volvoliver]

Jeremy-Rigged Thank you for your answer. It works well now, doors lock and unlock with no problem.... 👍

[@SoftballLouie]

I got a fresh battery. Right size and everything and the car has zero response

[@markhayden6510]

Worked for me thanks man

[@veryh2o]

hi I have the same vw key fob. i washed it with my jean now its draining my battery dry. i placed a new battery one day and it will be dead the next day. do you know what causes this? tks..

[@jeremy_rigged]

veryh2o it’s possible that one of the switch contacts is shorted / stuck from the trip through the washing machine, or some residual moisture remains trapped inside acting as a short on the circuitry thus draining the battery. I would remove the battery and totally submerge the keyfob for a few minutes in as high a percentage of isopropyl alcohol that you can find. Remove it and shake it vigorously and resubmerge again. The alcohol should displace the water... once the alcohol evaporates you should be back in business. Good luck!

[@veryh2o]

@@jeremy_rigged sounds like a plan! let me try this and will let you know how it turns out! thanks!!

[@hjalmarbackstrom5883]

​@@jeremy_rigged The longer it stays soaked inside, the more is the circuitry get severe or even permanent damage. The idea of using alcohol to help is good, but it's still gonna take quite a while to have it dried out properly. The electronics won't withstand really mean heating, but if it could be taken apart as much as possible and then left in front of a hair dryer for a good portion of time, in a dry place should help. If your hand would withstand the warm air, the electronics should. But tiny passways inside won't dry out fast! Take your time!

[@jeremy_rigged]

@@hjalmarbackstrom5883 I appreciate the comment but will have to respectfully disagree to a point. 99.9% isopropyl alcohol is the standard cleaning solvent used in microelectronic manufacturing processes worldwide. I've spent 25+ years as a process engineer in the microelectronic and semiconductor manufacturing industry both in the USA and China and have yet to see isopropyl alcohol cause "circuit damage", even in aggressive total submersion ultrasonic baths. Isopropyl alcohol dissolves a wide range of non-polar compounds. It also evaporates quickly, leaves nearly zero oil traces, compared to ethanol, and is relatively non-toxic, compared to alternative solvents. Thus, it is used widely as a solvent and as a cleaning fluid, especially for dissolving oils, displacing water and as a flux and debris remover. It evaporates with simple air flow (no heat required) and is very poor conductor. There are some newer citrus based optically clear electronic safe cleaners, but for the purpose of this video and repairing an already non-functional key fob, isopropyl alcohol is readily available to the general public, relatively cheap, and highly effective. Cheers!

[@isidorsiskos2598]

I soaked it in abaggie of 70% IP Alcohol and gave it a good shake. While the unlock button did start working, the red led light will flash for a while, the car alarm will go off and the trunk will pop open. I can only stop the alarm with the other key. If I wait a minute or so the car alarm will go off again or until I hit lock or unlock. It won't do it unless I take out the battery. I'll blow it dry tomorrow again and change the batteries to see if it gets it to work properly. But thanks for the video!