Why Your Rolls Royce Remote Key Isn't Working

If you're Rolls Royce Phantom key remote isn't working it could be due to one of the problems mentioned below. It could be due to a dead coin-cell battery or water damage, or a defective microchip that requires to be reprogrammed.

The keys must be properly stored and protected from wet areas or electrical impulses. If you have done this, but it doesn't work, you can try these steps:

Diagnostics of a fault

rolls royce remote key Royce is a sophisticated well-established and well-known brand of cars with a focus on excellence. It is therefore essential to ensure regular maintenance, to avoid major issues later on that can be costly and time-consuming to fix. The most important maintenance task is to read and clear fault codes. Fault codes are tiny SOS messages sent by your vehicle's complex electronic system. In the same way as refusing to treat a persistent cold. they could be a sign of a larger underlying problem.

There are a variety of reasons why the key fob might not function properly. It could be due to a dead coin battery, water damage or signal interference, module issues or a damaged electronic chip. If you've tried everything, from replacing the battery to reprogramming and the problem still persists it's best to take your Rolls Royce in to a expert to help you resolve the issue.

If a key fob ceases functioning the first thing you need to look into is the battery. The most common reason for the key fob not functioning is a drained coin-cell battery. It is essential to replace the battery with the button-cell battery which has the same size, voltage, and specification as the original. It is recommended that the key fob be stored in a safe place and away from objects such as coins or keys that could cause mechanical damage.

When you replace the battery, make sure that all the metal retaining clips are in place and will not cause any contact issues. Make sure the battery is free of corrosion-causing substances. If the battery isn't a genuine Rolls-Royce replacement, it could be damaged by parts that aren't suitable and cause the receiver module or doors to lock.

Faulty Receiver Module

If your key fob suddenly stopped working and you tried everything to solve it (replaced the battery for the coin and reprogrammed it, and even gotten a spare), this could be due to a problem with the module that receives and decodes the remote control signals. This is particularly relevant if you are able to use the key fob in an alternative vehicle and it works.

The receiver modules of key fobs have metal clips which hold the battery in place and complete the circuit upon the activation of the buttons. They may be damaged or bent, preventing the key fob from receiving the correct signal to unlock or lock the car. The receiver module could also stop working due the chip being damaged.

Faulty key fob

Your key fob could stop working due to several reasons. Often, the first problem is a dead battery that can be replaced in a matter of minutes. The key fob can also be inoperable due to water damage, receiver module issues, or signal interference. You can check these problems by disassembling your key fob and then applying electronic cleaner or isopropyl ethanol to the chip.

Another reason could be worn buttons. The rubberized buttons on car keys remotes may loosen over time or wear out. This causes an interruption in contact between the button and its designated pressure points, which causes it to stop working properly. This is an easy fix for the majority of key fobs that can be done at home by disassembling the key, removing the buttons and cleaning them. Then simply resoldering them to their original positions can help restore functionality.

Other reasons for the malfunctioning keyfob could be the battery's 12 volts being dead keys that aren't paired and need to be reprogrammed or a defective chip. A defective chip will prevent the key fob from sending signals to the vehicle's receiver module. The key fob can only start your Rolls Royce's engine when it receives a valid signal from the chip.

Sometimes, hackers with the latest technology can hack a push-button key. These thieves are able to use artificial intelligence to detect the unique signal from the key fob and unlock or activate the ignition of your car. This kind of hacking is becoming less frequent because security measures have been enhanced over time.

You can always contact the locksmith service in case you've lost the remote key to your Rolls Royce. They'll make duplicates. A professional locksmith is knowledgeable of all car models, even those that have complex central lock systems. This means that they can create a duplicate of the key fob of yours without damaging the original. They also offer an alternative that is less expensive than buying a replacement from the dealer. Autolocks LTD, an established locksmith business in the South East of England, will provide a superior service for all types of Rolls Royce models.