Tag: Cruze

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Chevrolet Vehicles

We now have nineteen videos offering help to Chevrolet drivers who’s key fobs or remote controls have gone dead.

Battery replacement videos are at the end of the list.

This video covers the latest Equinox models. It also will help with newer Cruze, Sonic and Blazer models.

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Here’s the new Blazer model.

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This updates opening and starting Chevrolet SUVs and Pick-ups adding changes to Suburban and Tahoe models starting in 2021.

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This combines all push button start Chevrolet SUVs and Pick-ups.

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This video is owners of the electric Bolt. We used the Volt as a stand in but the back up processes are nearly identical.

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This video updates the Impala.

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This is the Chevy Sonic. The Turbo model is the first to feature keyless start. 

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This video updates the Chevy Cruze, which has important back up changes in the 2017 model.

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This video features a 2017 Malibu. It is hiding its key hole.

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Updated video help for Coupes. The video will help with getting into and starting the Chevrolet Corvette (C6 and C7). It also will help with the Cadillac CTS or ELR Coupes. And getting out, if you need to!

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Video help exclusive for the Chevrolet Corvette (C6 and C7). Similar to the video above, but the start process is unique. We included help getting out if the start battery dies while you’re inside.

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Video help with a late model Camaro. Easy to start, but hiding its key hole.

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This video will help with getting in and starting the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban as well as the GMC Yukon.

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Video help for the Chevrolet Cruze. Getting in is easy, starting the car is another matter…

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Video help for both generation Chevy Volts.

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Chevrolet fob in use since 2021.

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Chevrolet key fob battery replacement, updated.

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A new, tweaked, fob style found in a Malibu, so far.

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This one is for a Chevrolet flip key. Still in use in some push button models.

Models covered include the Sonic, Tahoe, Silverado, Trax, Blazer, Equinox, Traverse, Camaro, Corvette, Volt, Coupe, XTS, Escalade, Bolt, Malibu, Impala, Suburban, and Cruze.

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Marc Favreau

The author has 25 years of automotive experience and has assembled the most extensive collection of symbols and warning lights anywhere (over 1,000!) and can help you open and start any keyless start car with a dead key fob battery. BA, St. Joseph’s College, ME: MS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, NY