What Is the Strange Device Attached to My New Car Keys?

What Is the Strange Device Attached to My New Car Keys?

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Don’t assume its appearance tells you exactly what it does.

Two devices that look similar can use completely different technologies.

How Can You Find Out What Yours Is?

The easiest answer is also the most reliable

Ask the dealership.

Take a photo of the device and contact the sales or service department.

You can ask

“What is this tag attached to my keyring, and does it need to stay there?”

They should be able to tell you what system it belongs to and whether it’s safe

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