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# Intro to Car Keyless Entry System + Remote Start w/ Key FOB
- URL: https://www.cookiesandclogs.com/car-keyless-entry-system-tutorial/
- Published: 2014-09-22T07:31:19.000Z
- Updated: 2017-10-09T21:16:33.000Z
- Description: Some may wonder why this introduction on keyless entry and use of a key FOB is even necessary. Well, after my very first car for review was dropped off, I sat…
- Author: TerriAnn van Gosliga
- Tags: Automotive, Car Tips, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-09-10 09:18

Some may wonder why this introduction on keyless entry and use of a key FOB is even necessary. Well, after my very [first car for review](https://www.cookiesandclogs.com/2013-mazda3-review/) was dropped off, I sat dumb-founded in the parking lot. I had no idea how to turn the thing on!

### Keyless Entry System and Remote Start with Key FOB

I had the car in park, pushed the button to start the engine, and nothing. The guys that dropped off the car were long gone and I was by myself. I started to sweat as I stressed about how I would move the car and the impression it would make if I called the car sponsor saying, “Uhm, how do I turn the car on?” A couple minutes later I figured it out and gave myself a firm face palm! Thank goodness no one else saw me. At least I hope no one else saw me . . .

![Intro to Car Keyless Entry System + Remote Start w/ Key FOB Tutorial #Cars](https://storage.ghost.io/c/eb/2c/eb2c2494-1e98-4067-8fbf-8a48d9dd30cf/content/images/cookiesandclogs-local/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/keyless02.jpg)

If you have not yet dealt with a car having a keyless entry system, here are a few pointer to demystify the feature:

- Key fob must be within a couple of feet to operate
- Brake must be pushed down to start car (doh!)
- Press button on door handles to lock / unlock
- Press button driver-side door handle twice to unlock all doors (not universal)
- Press button on trunk to open
- Standard key is hidden inside remote for manual use in driver-side door

I did worry that this system would make car jacking easier but my husband assured me that that wasn’t the case. Having a keyless entry system, you can just walk right up to your car, get in, lock the doors, and take off. With a traditional lock, though, you’re like a sitting duck. You could be standing next your car for several minutes looking for the car keys in your bottomless purse or coin-filled pockets. Plus, the remote includes a panic button just in case of an emergency.

A keyless entry system is super easy to get accustomed to and extremely convenient. Doing errands is soooo much easier when I don’t have to dig into my purse to find my keys every time, especially when my hands are full. This is definitely a feature you must try out. In fact, after doing so, you’ll likely dread having to drive a car with a regular old fashioned key afterwards.