Backup plan to open doors and start truck if key FOB fails??

What is the backup plan to open doors and start truck if key FOB fails??

This was the discussion in the office this afternoon. I couldn't find a answer via a search of "key fob fail".

 

A cover to the right of drivers handle pops off, then remove the key from fob.

 

Wow, learn something everyday.

 

Do you know how to start the truck if the fob is dead?

 

Not yet....

 

Push the start button with the fob

 

Yup

 

Check the manual, but on my subie you press the key fob to the start button. Has rfid chip in it so if it’s super close proximity it’ll work even if dead.

 

2 points for me

 

So...you're saying there's a chance?

 

Now what happens if the fob gets wet?

 

Something about a bag of rice and little asian men

 

The chip is submerged in some kind of coating. Only the electronics (door locks) will stop working.

 

I guess it depends on the level of wetness.
Say for example, you have the fob in your blue jeans pocket and you are running a boat motor in the shop and the water hose decides it would be great time to bust. Thus soaking your jeans and the contents of your pockets. It still works with no action taken to dry it out. Just an example.

 

Check out one of Meso's videos on changing the fob. The chip looks well protected against moisture. I would still be carful trying to remove it from the OE fob though.