What I wish I knew before calling a tow
truck. Sometimes the answer is way
simpler than you'd think. Let's
troubleshoot your Hyundai Santa Fe key
fob. If your Hyundai Santa Fe key fob
isn't working, here's what to check
first. Start by making sure the battery
inside the fob isn't dead. Most key fobs
use a small coin battery, usually CR
2032. Pop open the case with a coin or
flat tool. Swap in a fresh battery and
see if that solves it. Still not
working? Make sure you're close enough
to the vehicle. Sometimes interference
from other electronics or even metal
objects can block the signal. If
distance isn't the issue, check for
physical damage. Has the fob been
dropped or did water get inside? If yes,
the inside might be damaged. Next, try
resetting the key fob. For many Santa Fe
models, you can do this by holding both
lock and unlock buttons for a few
seconds until the light flashes. If
nothing works, your key fob may need to
be reprogrammed. This usually means a
trip to your dealer or a locksmith. And
remember, you can still start your Santa
Fe using the key hidden inside the fob.
Just look for a small button or latch to
slide the key out. Key fob issues are
common, but most are easy to fix. Save
time, save stress. Now you know what to
do.