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My key fob has broken. I tried to use the key blade stored inside the key fob, but there doesn't seem to be anywhere to put the key.  there doesn't seem to be an ignition lock anywhere in the car.  I have poured over my manual and there isn't any mention as to how to start the car with the key blade.

 

How do you start the 2013 SEL with the key blade?

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I'm pretty certain the blade key is only meant to get you inside the car since the SEL model does not have a key switch.  If your CMax won't start by pushing the button then you are in a world of hurt, you are going to need a new smart key and that will be pricy.  But I'd try first replacing the internal battery first.  How you get to it, I'm not certain.  This should be covered under your warranty if you are the original owner, even then I think it is transferable to new owners.

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Hang on... and welcome to the forum; glad to see someone new knew to come here for help!

 

Owners' Manual, Page 177 (3rd ed.),

Starting and Stopping the Engine,

Vehicles with Keyless Start,

You should find:

If you are unable to start your vehicle, do the following:

3-button remote

1. Hold the key at the backup

location on the steering column.

2. With the key in this position,

press the brake pedal, then the

button to switch the ignition on

and start your vehicle.

 

The backup key gets the door open. Inside, there's something called a "backup slot" on the right side of the steering pod, under the windshield wiper stalk. Look for a fob-shaped indentation. I suspect that area has a power transmitter which activates the interface in the keyless fob if the internal battery's too weak to do so. Same technology as RFID.

 

Hope this helps,

Frank

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Hang on... and welcome to the forum; glad to see someone new knew to come here for help!

 

Owners' Manual, Page 177 (3rd ed.),

Starting and Stopping the Engine,

Vehicles with Keyless Start,

You should find:

If you are unable to start your vehicle, do the following:

3-button remote

1. Hold the key at the backup

location on the steering column.

2. With the key in this position,

press the brake pedal, then the

button to switch the ignition on

and start your vehicle.

 

The backup key gets the door open. Inside, there's something called a "backup slot" on the right side of the steering pod, under the windshield wiper stalk. Look for a fob-shaped indentation. I suspect that area has a power transmitter which activates the interface in the keyless fob if the internal battery's too weak to do so. Same technology as RFID.

 

Hope this helps,

Frank

Frank, I can't thank you enough for posting that emergency start info.  I guess I should take the time to review the owners handbook to see what other wealth of information I can gain from it?

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