Repair a broken key attachment on a remote entry keyfob

I recently bought a used car that came with a remote entry keyfob.  Sadly, the attachment for the keyring was poorly designed, and broke off.  So, the previous owner attached the keys with a rig made of fiber tape...not very reliable.  I thought I could just buy another remote entry on Ebay, but the price for one in good shape was over $35 and the ones for $15 dollars were broken the exact same way as mine is.  So..I decided to fix it

Step 1 Open the keyfob

Pretty simple...just put a blade screwdriver into the slot on the side and open the keyfob...hmm...wonder what's inside...

Comments

[abstracted]

nicely done....i install vehicle remote starters and security for a living...done this and also have found grinding the plastic smooth and drill through the casing (where no electronics live) in a corner and adding a ring works too

[jakdedert]

Kudos. I was going to try some kind of double-stick security plate attachment for mine, but I'm going with your idea...much cleaner and probably more secure.....

[jmauldin2]

Simple, fairly clean, inexpensive, and very functional. I don't have any issues with my keyfob at the moment, but I'm definitely filing your idea into my mental toolbox.
Thanks for taking the time to share.

[CaseyCase]

I was looking for an efficient way to repair my remote. Great idea--thanks!

[Phil B]

Good idea and nicely done!