Vehicle Questions and Answers
Welcome to the Vehicle Q&A Hub. Find answers to your automotive questions, share your experiences, and get expert advice on vehicle maintenance, troubleshooting, and more!
11358 views
9 answers
If your remote start isn't working, you should replace the battery in the key fob. All key fobs use a cr2032 battery, which is a small coin-shaped battery typically costing around $5 each. You can find these batteries where regular batteries are sold. To replace the battery, you'll have to take off the back panel of the fob. The process could vary for different fobs; some may allow you to simply pull down the back panel to slide it off. If needed, you might have to unscrew a couple of tiny screws to access the battery compartment – these are easy to remove with a small screwdriver.
If the remote start feature is not functioning correctly for the Ford Explorer, you might need to reset it by turning the ignition to the on position without starting the vehicle. After that, you should hold down the lock button for one second and then turn off the ignition.
How do you activate the car without actually starting it when you have a push-button ignition instead of a traditional key slot?
Having the check engine light illuminated will prevent the remote start from working. This seems to be a safety measure. Once you've cleared the check engine light and have a well-charged battery in the remote, the vehicle should start using the remote start function.
Hello Patricia, if you have a push-button vehicle, simply push the start button without pressing the brake pedal. Pressing the start button with the brake pedal pushed down is like turning the key to the "on" position without actually starting the car.
Please check the battery to ensure it is functioning properly.
Replace the sensor in your hood. It costs only $20 and fixed the issue for me!
In 2021, the Ford Explorer key fob uses a CR3250 coin battery.
Here's a rephrased and unique version of your text: "I own a 2006 Ford Explorer and I'm looking for instructions on how to set up a remote start system. Can you help me out?