Na Than Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 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? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmckinley Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 You don't start it with the key, you just push the button on the dash. Metal key just gets you in the door. Why not just push the start button on the dash? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Na Than Posted March 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 Well, the alarm goes off, the dash says no key detected, and the button doesn't work. So is the answer, "You cannot start the C-MAX with the key blade" ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtb9153 Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fbov Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 (edited) 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 remote1. Hold the key at the backuplocation on the steering column.2. With the key in this position,press the brake pedal, then thebutton to switch the ignition onand 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 Edited March 7, 2014 by fbov ptjones and Laurel 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Na Than Posted March 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 Yeah...that doesn't work. the key must be a dud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptjones Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 Sounds like you are going to have to have the dealer fix it if you can't find your spare fob. Let us know how it goes, Good Luck. :) Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtb9153 Posted March 8, 2014 Report Share Posted March 8, 2014 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 remote1. Hold the key at the backuplocation on the steering column.2. With the key in this position,press the brake pedal, then thebutton to switch the ignition onand 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,FrankFrank, 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? LizM, ptjones and Laurel 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaDadMiami Posted March 8, 2014 Report Share Posted March 8, 2014 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?I completely forgot about that one, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurel Posted March 9, 2014 Report Share Posted March 9, 2014 Who knew? I learned something new and important. Thank you Frank! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fbov Posted March 9, 2014 Report Share Posted March 9, 2014 I am most gratified to be of service if disheartened by the OPs result... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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