This video was a huge help. My wife called me stranded with a dead fob. I quickly found this video on RUclips and she was able to start the car. Thank you very much.
I’m living for this guy’s energy. He’s so bubbly and energetic! Who would’ve thought I would have enjoyed a video about how to start your car with a dead key fob so much 🤣🤣
Very informative video, thank you. I will admit my favorite part was when the old battery went flying and you froze than went on like “yeah, I meant to do that.” Made me smile…
Thank you! After changing the battery, nothing was working. I came back and watched again, realizing that I had put the battery in upside down! Your thorough instructions saved the day!
Thank you Thank you I stopped for an errand and turned off my vehicle. I knew that when I got home I would have to change the battery because it kept Lagging on me. When I got back to the vehicle it would not start luckily my luckily my phone was charged enough to do a Google search and I found your tutorial, you saved me a lot of trouble and a way home in a snowstorm.
Rented a Chevy traverse with this problem. Took an hour to find this video to figure out how to start the vehicle… Now I know the key fob had a bad battery. Thanks Hertz of Atlanta Hartsfield airport!!!
Thanks a million. Just dropped my son off at the bus stop and got the battery message. Didn't know how to start as I was looking for a hole to put the key in the car. 🤗
Dude you just saved me a lot of work. I put the new battery in + side up and of course it didn’t work and thought I was going to have to reprogram both fobs. Thanks a bunch for saying positive side down!
Thank you. We just bought a 2020 GMC Terrain with the keyless entry and start, and wondered how to use the key to get in. Showing how to use the key to open the fob is a big plus too.
Hey Courtney great vid ! But is this battery standard for all Chevy push/start vehicles? I have a 2018 equinox saying I have 0% battery life on key remote
Thank you so much!!! I have been trying to do this to no avail. Your video is short and did the trick with both the battery replacement and using the key to start the car!
What if my Cruze, forgets that my key belongs to it? Yes, the battery is good. When I do that, my alarm goes off. You know, there is nothing like someone’s horn and lights making a lot of noise and lighting up the area, at 4:30 in the morning. My neighbors love me on those days. Answer; I repeatedly press either the lock, or unlock buttons until, the doors do, what button I am pushing, and when I get in and it forgets who I am then, I have to do the same. Nothing like getting in your new car, and going to push the button to start it, and someone is with you. The best part is explaining to them that your car forgot who you are, while having to dig the key out of your pants (lord help those of you who wear skinny jeans), and telling them not to open the door because they will set the alarm off. What is even funnier is when you forget to tell them not to open the door. Now you are trying to dig your key out, while the alarm is going off, and the other person is getting out of the car. Try that in front of a restaurant, on a date. Buy a Chevy.
Thanks for the brief tutorial, though I think it could have been briefer (for example, we don't need a reenactment of a scenario where we're locked out of our car, we're likely already in that scenario ourselves if we're looking up this video). What is annoying is that my car keeps honking when I unlock it in this manner, which I'm sure is annoying to my neighbors and gives the impression that I may be breaking into my own car. Not sure why it does this.
Hi Steve, thanks for the question. Most GM key fobs use a CR2032 battery, though it may be different if you have an older model. We recommend you check with the owners manual or open the key fob to confirm before purchasing a battery.
Another video said there should be an indent in the center console under the little mat. I don't have an indent after pulling up the mat. And you're then saying you don't have to do that...just lay it in the cup holder? I'm a little confused help.
I hope this work for my 2019 equinox, I called the dealer and they said it’s going to cost $150 plus the batteries because they have to link the key again to the car so the the auto start works 🤷🏽♀️ idk if that’s true or they are just trying to rip me off
Hey Odalys, removing the batteries from a key fob won't have any impact on it being linked to the vehicle. The only time a key fob needs to be linked to a vehicle is when it's paired to a new vehicle for the first time, after that it will always be connected to that vehicle. We hope that helps!
Hi Duane, great question! Unfortunately the key itself only gives you access to open the doors. The fob is required to operate the vehicle and to turn on the electronics.
Mine too, sounded like the battery went through a window, the only thing that would’ve made it funnier is if you heard a cat screeching at the same time
This video was a huge help. My wife called me stranded with a dead fob. I quickly found this video on RUclips and she was able to start the car. Thank you very much.
One of the best videos out there to explain how to start the Chevy
I’m living for this guy’s energy. He’s so bubbly and energetic!
Who would’ve thought I would have enjoyed a video about how to start your car with a dead key fob so much 🤣🤣
Agreed.
I've watched other videos and they made it look like their were more steps, so "Your Owners Manual Is Laughing At You." I love it! Thank You!
Very informative video, thank you. I will admit my favorite part was when the old battery went flying and you froze than went on like “yeah, I meant to do that.” Made me smile…
Thank you! After changing the battery, nothing was working. I came back and watched again, realizing that I had put the battery in upside down! Your thorough instructions saved the day!
I wish I could give this video a million likes! You literally saved my entire day!
Wow! I’m a hero now. My wife will never know my superpower source. Thank you!
Thank you Thank you I stopped for an errand and turned off my vehicle. I knew that when I got home I would have to change the battery because it kept Lagging on me. When I got back to the vehicle it would not start luckily my luckily my phone was charged enough to do a Google search and I found your tutorial, you saved me a lot of trouble and a way home in a snowstorm.
Rented a Chevy traverse with this problem. Took an hour to find this video to figure out how to start the vehicle… Now I know the key fob had a bad battery. Thanks Hertz of Atlanta Hartsfield airport!!!
Thanks a million. Just dropped my son off at the bus stop and got the battery message. Didn't know how to start as I was looking for a hole to put the key in the car. 🤗
Thank you. You saved me at my time of need and worries. 🙏🙏
Thank you, Courtney!!
VERY clear, and witty presentation!!
Thank you I am a disabled veteran and boy this helped my 2018 only has 1800 miles ugh need to drive it
Thank you SOOO much. Your video just saved me. I was stranded.
Excellent video. I love the part that the manual inside the car.is literally making fun of me!!
This helped me and my daughter on a day when it was only 25 degrees out. Thank you!
Oh my. Its a good thing you didnt freeze to death.
Thank you sweetheart. My car stalled while waiting at a red light! You were very helpful. Much appreciated.
Damnnn
Dude you just saved me a lot of work. I put the new battery in + side up and of course it didn’t work and thought I was going to have to reprogram both fobs. Thanks a bunch for saying positive side down!
Funniest video I’ve seen today! Thanks dude 🤣
Very well explained..Happened to us this morning and yes the owners manual was laughing..
You are fabulous! Thanks for this, I am one of those worry-wort's that always wonders what to do if this happens!
Very clear instructions verbally and visually.
Thanks a million this just saved me the $200 bucks my friend said would cost just to change the battery🤦🏾♀️
Courtney was amazing!❤
I wondered why there was a blade key....now I know, and how to use it. Thank you!
The best instruction!!! You saved my day!! Thank you!!!
Great video, very detailed. Thank you
Thank you so very much! Excellent explanation and visual support! You prevented me from strangling my mother !
Great video! Professionally done. I finally learned what the key does in the key fob. :)
Thank you so much for this video! It saved the day when traveling!
Thank you!! I was traveling in nowhere Oklahoma and my fob battery died! This helped me so much!!
You totally saved my day today! Almost didn't make it to work out my appt! Thank you so much!
Glad we could help! Thank you for the comment!
Yaayy!! You just saved my mom. Thanks so much ❤️❤️
Courtney you are my favorite person right now! Straight to the point. Now off to buy a new battery lol
Thank you for the very clear instructions! This was very helpful.
Thank You so much and what an upbeat presentation 👍
This video saved me. Thanks so much!
Thanks for this efficient and entertaining fob how to. Nice job.
Courtney is the MVP!
You are a life saver!! Thank you so much!!!❤❤❤❤🎉❤🎉
Literally saved me this morning thanks 😊
I have a 2021 Chevy equinox thank u brotha this helped a lot so much
Omg thank you!!! This saved my life!
Thank you so much for this video!!! just saved me from replacing my fob
Thank you so much!!!! You saved my day!!! 🙌🏾♥️🙌🏾♥️🙌🏾♥️
Thanks so much! I was freaking out!!!
Thank you, Courtney!! This was perfect! Just happened to me and now I know what to do. THANK YOU!
Loved the sound effects, and very nice shirt and tie.
Thank you so much! Worked perfectly!
Thank you so much for keeping this simple
Thank you. We just bought a 2020 GMC Terrain with the keyless entry and start, and wondered how to use the key to get in. Showing how to use the key to open the fob is a big plus too.
Is the hidden key slot the same on a 2018 Equinox?
Hi John, the key slot is in the same location on a 2018 Equinox!
@@nursechevroletcadillacltd655 THANKS!!!!!
This was great information and helped perfectly.
Hey Courtney great vid ! But is this battery standard for all Chevy push/start vehicles? I have a 2018 equinox saying I have 0% battery life on key remote
Hi Louie, thanks for the question. The majority of General Motors key fobs use a CR2032, including the 2018 Equinox. Hope that helps!
Thank you so much, I had the same question and your question save me time. 👍 great video Courtney
Nicely done! Thank you.
Just curious as to how putting the key fob in the front cupholder works? Is there a sensor?
Thank you so much this is awesome the same exact year car and everything I needed this on my way to work and it tells me that my key fob is dead 😤
Thank you so much!!! I have been trying to do this to no avail. Your video is short and did the trick with both the battery replacement and using the key to start the car!
I had no idea about this, thank you sir 😃
Hi guys where can i find the key pocket on the chevy sonic 2012 LT. no push start
Thank you! This also work is for the 2018 Chevy Equinox
Omg! This was very helpful! Thank you so much for taking the time to make this helpful video! Much love from Louisiana ❤
Thank you so much for posting this!!!
Very helpful because I was confused
Courtney your a freakin life saver!!!! This video helped me out so much you have no idea!
Thank you for the comment Derek! We're glad we were able to help you out :)
How do you get the cap back onto your door?
Sir good day My car cruise chevrolet model 2012 the battery is dead ang i can open the door with manual key need your help.
Sorry i mean i van not open the door using the manual key
Thank you, You saved the day!!
What if my Cruze, forgets that my key belongs to it? Yes, the battery is good. When I do that, my alarm goes off. You know, there is nothing like someone’s horn and lights making a lot of noise and lighting up the area, at 4:30 in the morning. My neighbors love me on those days.
Answer; I repeatedly press either the lock, or unlock buttons until, the doors do, what button I am pushing, and when I get in and it forgets who I am then, I have to do the same. Nothing like getting in your new car, and going to push the button to start it, and someone is with you. The best part is explaining to them that your car forgot who you are, while having to dig the key out of your pants (lord help those of you who wear skinny jeans), and telling them not to open the door because they will set the alarm off. What is even funnier is when you forget to tell them not to open the door. Now you are trying to dig your key out, while the alarm is going off, and the other person is getting out of the car. Try that in front of a restaurant, on a date.
Buy a Chevy.
Thank you for this video I had some place to be and my fob died, it worked though !!
Thanks for the brief tutorial, though I think it could have been briefer (for example, we don't need a reenactment of a scenario where we're locked out of our car, we're likely already in that scenario ourselves if we're looking up this video). What is annoying is that my car keeps honking when I unlock it in this manner, which I'm sure is annoying to my neighbors and gives the impression that I may be breaking into my own car. Not sure why it does this.
Extremely helpful thank you
Does the key fob always need to be in the cup holder prior to starting the vehicle?
If you have a working battery inside the fob, no. Key fob just needs to be in the vehicle
You make it look so easy, thanks.
Is this work to cruze ?
Very well explained
Thank you
Thank you, worked with my 2016 Tahoe !
Can you explain how to reset the fob after changing the battery?
This was so helpful!!!! Thanks!!
What size battery and where I get it?
Hi Steve, thanks for the question. Most GM key fobs use a CR2032 battery, though it may be different if you have an older model. We recommend you check with the owners manual or open the key fob to confirm before purchasing a battery.
Great video! Thank you
After the battery in my fob died and I open the car with the physical key, would the alarm go off?.
In the case of my Equinox, yes.
Yes mine did Cruze
Yes
Great video ❤
Thank you so much. I have a rental and I freaked out!
Thank you so so much 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
I have a 2020 chevy equinox, it says on the display to incert the key on the counsel, so WHERE? there is no key hole.
Love the Video, Good info!
Where is the ignition located
Another video said there should be an indent in the center console under the little mat. I don't have an indent after pulling up the mat. And you're then saying you don't have to do that...just lay it in the cup holder? I'm a little confused help.
Hey there, are you able to provide the year and model of your vehicle?
Very good . Thank you Courtney great job!!
Appreciate it! This helped 👍🏾
How do you start the car with the key ?
on my 2018 chevy cruze, it didn't matter where i placed my key fob. i had to replace the battery in it before my vehicle would recognize it.
I hope this work for my 2019 equinox, I called the dealer and they said it’s going to cost $150 plus the batteries because they have to link the key again to the car so the the auto start works 🤷🏽♀️ idk if that’s true or they are just trying to rip me off
Hey Odalys, removing the batteries from a key fob won't have any impact on it being linked to the vehicle. The only time a key fob needs to be linked to a vehicle is when it's paired to a new vehicle for the first time, after that it will always be connected to that vehicle. We hope that helps!
What if ya lost the fob is there way start without it with key
Hi Duane, great question! Unfortunately the key itself only gives you access to open the doors. The fob is required to operate the vehicle and to turn on the electronics.
This was very helpful!! And entertaining :)
What happens if the physical wont come out?
Very helpful!! Thanks for the info!!
The best part of this video is @ 2:30...thanks Courtney 🤣🤣🤣
Mine too, sounded like the battery went through a window, the only thing that would’ve made it funnier is if you heard a cat screeching at the same time