# \#keys **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/keys/691.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [2000 Buick Century - Key quandary](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-century-key-quandary/197625)
**Author:** [@Barbherding](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barbherding)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 7:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-century-key-quandary/197625 "2024-10-15T19:49:19Z")
Have two keys one will start the car, but the other one won’t, but they both unlock it. --- ## [Door cylinder broke, spun freely, locked itself in wrong position, key is stuck, need key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-cylinder-broke-spun-freely-locked-itself-in-wrong-position-key-is-stuck-need-key/193622)
**Author:** [@pkka\_187508](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pkka_187508)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2023, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-cylinder-broke-spun-freely-locked-itself-in-wrong-position-key-is-stuck-need-key/193622 "2023-11-07T16:06:53Z")
Volkswagen Golf 1.6 i 2001 / 2002. When attempting to manually lock my car, the cylinder malfunctioned. It spun freely, and then the cylinder locked at an ~50-degree turn to the right and is preventing key removal. I’m… --- ## [2018 Mazda CX-5 - Keyless entry malfunction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-mazda-cx-5-keyless-entry-malfunction/192136)
**Author:** [@ed16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ed16)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2023, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-mazda-cx-5-keyless-entry-malfunction/192136 "2023-08-07T17:37:14Z")
keyless enter malfunction --- ## [Buick Century Key Chime](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-century-key-chime/191344)
**Author:** [@jsd123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsd123)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2023, 6:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-century-key-chime/191344 "2023-06-29T06:16:21Z")
1998 Buick Century. Recently had my car broken into and the ignition cylinder tampered with (assuming attempted stolen). I replaced the door lock cylinders (driver side was tampered with), and replaced the ignition loc… --- ## [Locksmith Couldn't Program New Key Fob? Trying To Resolve ASAP](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locksmith-couldnt-program-new-key-fob-trying-to-resolve-asap/188554)
**Author:** [@sahvi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sahvi)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2023, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locksmith-couldnt-program-new-key-fob-trying-to-resolve-asap/188554 "2023-01-19T17:11:17Z")
for context incase relevant: USA, 2017 Jeep SRT, 0 keys , push button start , curtain and driver seat airbags are blown i had a locksmith come out to my car last week to program a new key fob (bought from same locksmith… --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Camaro - Keyfob issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-camaro-keyfob-issue/187449)
**Author:** [@ryan13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryan13)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2022, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-camaro-keyfob-issue/187449 "2022-11-17T17:16:55Z")
camaro wont start from keyfob anymore --- ## [2020 Lincoln Continental - Fob foibles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-lincoln-continental-fob-foibles/186868)
**Author:** [@mcook](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcook)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2022, 11:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-lincoln-continental-fob-foibles/186868 "2022-10-15T11:42:22Z")
If I have my key fob i still can’t open my back or passenget door when the doors are locked. --- ## [2015 Nissan Leaf - Key question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-leaf-key-question/179488)
**Author:** [@Leafowneroregon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Leafowneroregon)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2021, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-leaf-key-question/179488 "2021-09-22T23:20:47Z")
IM getting an I- Key system fault. from what ive read on the internet its dew to moisture on the sensor maby. Others have taken it in and the dealer returns the car and it comes back. has any one else seen this and figu… --- ## [1998 Dodge Ram 1500 transponder key / fob](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-transponder-key-fob/177469)
**Author:** [@gmcinnes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gmcinnes)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-transponder-key-fob/177469 "2021-06-16T03:20:56Z")
Hi all. I bought an aftermarket fob for my 1998 Ram. I’m following the instructions here 1998 Dodge Ram Truck (1500, 2500, 3500) Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions to try and program it, but my DLC is no… --- ## [Key fob not unlocking car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-not-unlocking-car/176444)
**Author:** [@jaredmcg196\_174966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaredmcg196_174966)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2021, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-not-unlocking-car/176444 "2021-04-30T03:39:30Z")
Hey y’all. I’m wondering what a possible issue could be with my key fob. It suddenly stopped working on my Toyota Corolla S 2013. It is the original that came with the car. The 2nd one it came with is lost haha. Here’s … --- ## [2013 camaro 3.6l v6 ..absolutely can't get car to start AT ALLWhy won't car jump from battery but will from under hood via positive terminal and negative pin next to air filter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-camaro-3-6l-v6-absolutely-cant-get-car-to-start-at-allwhy-wont-car-jump-from-battery-but-will-from-under-hood-via-positive-terminal-and-negative-pin-next-to-air-filter/170579)
**Author:** [@Sergiosalas254](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sergiosalas254)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2020, 11:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-camaro-3-6l-v6-absolutely-cant-get-car-to-start-at-allwhy-wont-car-jump-from-battery-but-will-from-under-hood-via-positive-terminal-and-negative-pin-next-to-air-filter/170579 "2020-09-28T23:46:47Z")
why can’t I jump my car from the battery in the trunk but I can from the under the hood 2013 camaro I got in my car yo start it but the key got stuck n wouldn’t let me pull it out. I got someone to jump me off under the … --- ## [2007 Jeep Liberty - Won't start (key seems to be the issue)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-liberty-wont-start-key-seems-to-be-the-issue/170353)
**Author:** [@SanJuanitaMolina](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SanJuanitaMolina)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-liberty-wont-start-key-seems-to-be-the-issue/170353 "2020-09-25T13:05:00Z")
my jeep will not start,is like if the key will not turn completely,to turn it on. --- ## [Key not connecting to car, and brand new one starts car but shuts off after a few seconds! Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-not-connecting-to-car-and-brand-new-one-starts-car-but-shuts-off-after-a-few-seconds-help/167608)
**Author:** [@Spencer-20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spencer-20)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 6:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-not-connecting-to-car-and-brand-new-one-starts-car-but-shuts-off-after-a-few-seconds-help/167608 "2020-08-06T18:46:08Z")
My 2005 Chrysler 300 RWD will not unlock or lock unless I do it manually. The key that came with the car when I bought it from the used car dealer does not unlock my car from a distance. It unlocks the driver door and st… --- ## [Need to prevent my car from starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-prevent-my-car-from-starting/63613)
**Author:** [@toastysquirrel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/toastysquirrel)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2020, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-prevent-my-car-from-starting/63613 "2020-04-16T23:41:30Z")
I know, sounds weird right? I share my car with my grandfather, he's 85 years old. His age is starting to catch up to him and I have serious concerns about his ability to safely drive.... oh, and did I mention he also d… --- ## [Starting ignition without Transponder Key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-ignition-without-transponder-key/79641)
**Author:** [@Tom60062](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom60062)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2020, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-ignition-without-transponder-key/79641 "2020-01-16T17:10:14Z")
Hello Car Talk Community, I have a 2006 Dodge Stratus and recently lost my transponder key for my ignition. I do have a spare key cut but it doesn't have a chip in it, I can only use it to unlock the doors and open the… --- ## [My 2011 Nissan Altima Key fob works intermittently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2011-nissan-altima-key-fob-works-intermittently/145243)
**Author:** [@Peter\_Lin\_1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Peter_Lin_1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2019, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2011-nissan-altima-key-fob-works-intermittently/145243 "2019-08-23T23:40:09Z")
I have this strange issue with my 2011 Nissan Altima Key fob. It works intermittently. Here’s what I have tried: Replaced keyfob battery, twice. The same issue happens with my current key fob and the spare key fob. T… --- ## [Doors lock automatically while outside of car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/doors-lock-automatically-while-outside-of-car/48399)
**Author:** [@wenganna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wenganna)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2019, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/doors-lock-automatically-while-outside-of-car/48399 "2019-02-01T14:22:33Z")
Today, the car doors of my 2005 Toyota Camry suddenly locked while I was outside the vehicle talking to someone. I thought I had touched the lock button on the key remote so I unlocked the door and continued talking. T… --- ## [Lost Car Key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-car-key/40203)
**Author:** [@DMCNE3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DMCNE3)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-car-key/40203 "2018-08-17T17:54:41Z")
Hello, I lost my 2007 Honda Fit car key and do not have a spare. The dealship is indicating I have to have the car towed there so they can program a new key. The cost of labor and new key is $150.00. My friend believes t… --- ## [2012 Honda Accord remote key won’t open trunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-accord-remote-key-won-t-open-trunk/116375)
**Author:** [@Syscine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Syscine)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-accord-remote-key-won-t-open-trunk/116375 "2018-04-28T18:28:42Z")
2012 Honda Accord Coupe, just got the remote key and was programmed at the dealer: however, it will not open my trunk. The latch inside the car works fine, I do not have a valet switch. I can hear a click when I press t… --- ## [DIY Mini car keys fob fix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-mini-car-keys-fob-fix/105126)
**Author:** [@f.dematteis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/f.dematteis)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2017, 8:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-mini-car-keys-fob-fix/105126 "2017-06-22T08:06:04Z")
Hi, i am the owner of a mini - mini paceman to be precise. Unfortunately a few weeks ago the key fob (round part) detached from the actual key without me noticing whilst i was crossing a road; once i realised i had lost … --- ## [Need to Get new car keys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-get-new-car-keys/85552)
**Author:** [@zakroks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zakroks)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2014, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-get-new-car-keys/85552 "2014-06-22T02:19:28Z")
So I use my parents spare ignition keys (not including the FOB) for our 3 vehicles (which are a 2006 Dodge Caravan, 1996 Chevy Silvarado and a 2009 Chevy Colbalt) and today I sort of lost the keys while floating a river … --- ## [New ways to get stranded—electronic keys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-ways-to-get-stranded-electronic-keys/84595)
**Author:** [@rattlegas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rattlegas)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2014, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-ways-to-get-stranded-electronic-keys/84595 "2014-04-17T17:28:12Z")
I am interested in hearing from people who have had their cars towed because the electronic key malfunctioned. What was the year and model of the car? What was the cost to repair? This seems to be an upcoming serious pro… --- ## [2000 Saturn SW Won't Turn Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-saturn-sw-wont-turn-off/83407)
**Author:** [@chantezn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chantezn)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2014, 5:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-saturn-sw-wont-turn-off/83407 "2014-01-30T05:08:09Z")
I drive a 2000 Saturn S-series (SW) that has a lot of miles on it, and has been giving me consistent trouble lately--replaced the catalytic converter, transmission work, belts, coolant issues, you name it. That said, up … --- ## [Replaced coil pack, now turning the key does nothing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-coil-pack-now-turning-the-key-does-nothing/82726)
**Author:** [@Godot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Godot)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2013, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-coil-pack-now-turning-the-key-does-nothing/82726 "2013-12-22T23:52:03Z")
I had an urgent question last week and this community got me answers so thoroughly and quickly I have to come back for more. See, that car is probably totaled so it's time to get the other car running before I run out of… --- ## [Hot key in Golden](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-key-in-golden/67830)
**Author:** [@zeozod](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zeozod)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2011, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-key-in-golden/67830 "2011-09-19T22:46:50Z")
Hot car keys are common in Colorado in the summertime. If the car has been in the sun for long, whether running or not, it's been accumulating heat. If you insert the key, and leave it in for even a short while, that acc… --- ## [Why can't the valet key start the car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-the-valet-key-start-the-car/66276)
**Author:** [@saxonk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/saxonk)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2011, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-the-valet-key-start-the-car/66276 "2011-07-19T00:24:43Z")
For two years, I was convinced that the car I inherited from my mother was no good. I could never start it. My wife thought I was crazy because she could always start it. We finally figured it out. I have been using the … --- ## [Spare keys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-keys/63827)
**Author:** [@doken3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/doken3)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2011, 10:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-keys/63827 "2011-05-11T10:39:30Z")
I am trying to discover my 4 digit PIN code so I may have a spere key made by a locksmith and not the dealer. Because the dealer wants a lot of $$$ to get it for me, a minimum 1 hour charge. I have a lockssmith who will… --- ## [Stubborn key syndrome](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stubborn-key-syndrome/64086)
**Author:** [@kyrasdad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kyrasdad)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2011, 10:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stubborn-key-syndrome/64086 "2011-04-26T10:53:56Z")
I have a possible explanation for the bizarre behavior of the 1990 Maxima that would only release the key if the car was driven for at least 10 minutes. My guess: something sticky like coca cola was spilled and some… --- ## [Replacement key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-key/64018)
**Author:** [@LoriEK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoriEK)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2011, 5:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-key/64018 "2011-04-25T17:33:18Z")
need to get a replacement key for 05 corolla. Is there any way to do this w/out going through the dealership? Since key has a computer chip, dealership will charge about $58 for key and same again to cut and program. S… --- ## [Blinkers Gone Beserk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinkers-gone-beserk/63823)
**Author:** [@goebelfam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/goebelfam)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2011, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinkers-gone-beserk/63823 "2011-04-18T17:51:56Z")
We recently bought a 2002 Toyota Sienna Symphony Edition mini-van. Because it only had one key, my husband went to get a key made. The car has a remote starter and when he went back out to the car, he accidentally star… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/keys/691.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=keys)