Car keys are small but mighty—without them, you’re not going anywhere. Yet many drivers don’t realize just how much daily wear and tear their keys go through. A little key care goes a long way, and with these simple tips from your local Auto Locksmith Andover, you can extend the life of your car keys and avoid frustrating (and costly) mishaps.
Table of Contents
- 🧼 Keep Your Key Clean and Dry
- 📏 Avoid Bending, Dropping, or Overloading Your Keyring
- 🔋 Stay Ahead of Fob Battery Replacements
- 📞 Need a Replacement or Repair? Call Demob Locksmiths
🧼 Keep Your Key Clean and Dry
It’s easy to ignore your car key until it stops working—but grime and moisture are two of the biggest threats to both manual and electronic keys.
💡 Do this instead:
- Wipe your key with a dry cloth regularly
- Avoid leaving your keys in damp pockets or cup holders
- Clean around fob buttons gently using a cotton bud and isopropyl alcohol
🚫 Never submerge your key in water, even if it looks waterproof. Internal circuits can still short out.
📏 Avoid Bending, Dropping, or Overloading Your Keyring
Too much stress on your key can cause physical damage or wear out your ignition lock over time.
🔧 Top tips to prevent stress on your car key:
- Don’t use your key to open packages or tins
- Remove unnecessary weight from your keyring
- Store it somewhere safe when not in use
🎯 A bulky keychain may look stylish but it can strain your ignition switch and key blade over time.
🔋 Stay Ahead of Fob Battery Replacements
Modern car keys rely on battery power—and when that battery runs low, your fob may start failing to lock/unlock your car or deactivate the immobiliser.
⚠️ Watch for signs like:
- Shorter remote range
- Buttons becoming unresponsive
- Inconsistent locking/unlocking
🪫 Most key fobs use CR2032 batteries, which are affordable and easy to replace. We recommend swapping yours out every 12 months—or sooner if issues arise.
📞 Need a Replacement or Repair? Call Demob Locksmiths
Even with great care, accidents happen. Whether your key is:
- 🪛 Damaged
- 🧠 Not recognised by your vehicle
- 🔒 Locked inside your car
…we’ve got you covered.
As a trusted Auto Locksmith Andover, Demob Locksmiths provides:
- 🔑 Key cutting and programming
- 🚗 Emergency entry without damage
- 🧰 Transponder chip diagnostics and repair
Take care of your keys, and they’ll take care of you.
For fast, reliable help in Andover and beyond, get in touch with Demob Locksmiths today.
📞 Call now for expert locksmith services at your location!
