My key fob won't work unless I rub it in my hands before using

Asked by Guy Dec 19, 2020 at 12:13 PM about the 2015 Toyota RAV4 Limited AWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 2105 Toyota Rave 4 limited.  I changed vehicle
battery last year and had issues starting when weather got
cold this year.  I changed battery in key fob and it still won't
start unless I rub the fob in my hands to warm up the
battery.

3 Answers

Guy answered 3 years ago

I do keep it indoors on counter and still won't work unless I rub it to warm it up or put it into my pocket for 5 minutes. How warm does it have to be? Never had this problem until this winter.

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F_O_R answered 3 years ago

I would install a new battery and clean the battery contacts. Room temperature should be plenty warm.

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