Key fob not staying clean

classicrockr · 08-09-2018, 06:22 AM

When we get our cars, the black rubber of the key fobs is pretty nice; almost like it's got some sort of clearcoat on it. Over time, as we use it to lock the car, open trunk, etc. this may wear off. Now, my key fob is constantly dirty, attracts lint, and is kind of "sticky". I've used water & a soft cloth, the Mr. Clean magic eraser to try & clean the front face of the fob where all the symbols are, with no luck.

Anyone else's key fob getting this way? Anyone have any luck keeping it clean?

HartfordRacingCaptain · 08-09-2018, 06:23 AM

I use these. Then it doesnt hurt my soul when I drop the keys.

https://www.amazon.com/Coolbestda-Ke...o+key+fob+case

TybeeSS · 08-09-2018, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by classicrockr

When we get our cars, the black rubber of the key fobs is pretty nice; almost like it's got some sort of clearcoat on it. Over time, as we use it to lock the car, open trunk, etc. this may wear off. Now, my key fob is constantly dirty, attracts lint, and is kind of "sticky". I've used water & a soft cloth, the Mr. Clean magic eraser to try & clean the front face of the fob where all the symbols are, with no luck.

Anyone else's key fob getting this way? Anyone have any luck keeping it clean?

My keyfob is plastic but haven’t had the issue you described. Maybe alternating key fobs every few months would help reduce wear. If the shiny plastic surface has been worn off, nothing you can do to restore it in my experience.

ZED SLED · 08-09-2018, 06:34 AM

Why use it for that stuff? You can lock/unlock and open trunk just by it being in proximity. The only time I've pushed a button on mine is to occasionally roll down the windows. But to answer your question, I saw a show once where a shop was restoring a Ferrari that had interior controls, knobs, and faceplates in that condition. They brought them back to new by a combination of cleaning, sanding, and painting with a special paint for that purpose.

dray · 08-09-2018, 06:36 AM

I accidently left my key fob in a zipper pants pocket and it went through the washer and dryer. Came out nice and clean. Amazingly, it still works.

DenverTaco07 · 08-09-2018, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by HartfordRacingCaptain

I use these. Then it doesnt hurt my soul when I drop the keys.

https://www.amazon.com/Coolbestda-Ke...o+key+fob+case

same, got the blue ones to match.

martelds · 08-09-2018, 01:19 PM

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I like these.

crosive · 08-09-2018, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by martelds

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I like these.

that's what I got, the blue one. I had the silicon cover type, but I got tired of it sticking at weird angles in my pocket. I like the harder plastic ones better.

silver408z · 08-10-2022, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by classicrockr

When we get our cars, the black rubber of the key fobs is pretty nice; almost like it's got some sort of clearcoat on it. Over time, as we use it to lock the car, open trunk, etc. this may wear off. Now, my key fob is constantly dirty, attracts lint, and is kind of "sticky". I've used water & a soft cloth, the Mr. Clean magic eraser to try & clean the front face of the fob where all the symbols are, with no luck.

Anyone else's key fob getting this way? Anyone have any luck keeping it clean?

I have the same problem. Did you ever find a solution?

Jsreo · 08-10-2022, 04:16 PM

I have one of these without the lanyard, I like the leather. I no longer have any use for it, whoever wants to pay postage can have it

https://www.amazon.com/KAWIHEN-Leath.../dp/B077N82D1W

koolkat68 · 08-10-2022, 04:32 PM

They do make a replacement fob cover. Just have to put your electronics in the new fob.

https://www.amazon.com/Remote-Malibu...F4NFJVAQU&th=1

Zr8000 · 08-10-2022, 05:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by classicrockr

When we get our cars, the black rubber of the key fobs is pretty nice; almost like it's got some sort of clearcoat on it. Over time, as we use it to lock the car, open trunk, etc. this may wear off. Now, my key fob is constantly dirty, attracts lint, and is kind of "sticky". I've used water & a soft cloth, the Mr. Clean magic eraser to try & clean the front face of the fob where all the symbols are, with no luck.

Anyone else's key fob getting this way? Anyone have any luck keeping it clean?

I just figure this out recently. There is a protective film that comes on the fob like what comes on the screen in the car. It’s real hard to see. It probably should have removed at delivery. When the film cracks, it peels up in sticky chunks. Once you get the film peeled off the issue stops.

Anjilslaire · 08-10-2022, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by ZED SLED

Why use it for that stuff? You can lock/unlock and open trunk just by it being in proximity. The only time I've pushed a button on mine is to occasionally roll down the windows.

This. And bonus, I just learned how to roll my windows down

Wish they went back up, lol

kropscamaro16 · 08-10-2022, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by HartfordRacingCaptain

I use these. Then it doesnt hurt my soul when I drop the keys.

https://www.amazon.com/Coolbestda-Ke...o+key+fob+case

yup i have those also for my cruze and my camaro and my gf malibu haha

08-09-2018, 06:22 AM	#1
classicrockr Pills are for Pansies Drives: 2023 2SS Red Hot Vert Camaro Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Citrus Springs FL Posts: 1,296	Key fob not staying clean When we get our cars, the black rubber of the key fobs is pretty nice; almost like it's got some sort of clearcoat on it. Over time, as we use it to lock the car, open trunk, etc. this may wear off. Now, my key fob is constantly dirty, attracts lint, and is kind of "sticky". I've used water & a soft cloth, the Mr. Clean magic eraser to try & clean the front face of the fob where all the symbols are, with no luck. Anyone else's key fob getting this way? Anyone have any luck keeping it clean?

08-09-2018, 06:23 AM	#2
HartfordRacingCaptain Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS, 2023 Colorado Z71 Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Connecticut Posts: 1,218 View My Garage	I use these. Then it doesnt hurt my soul when I drop the keys. https://www.amazon.com/Coolbestda-Ke...o+key+fob+case __________________ 2017 1SS, Summit White, Black 2SS Interior, MRC, NPP 2023 Colorado Z71, Nitro Yellow

08-09-2018, 06:34 AM	#4
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,477 View My Garage	Why use it for that stuff? You can lock/unlock and open trunk just by it being in proximity. The only time I've pushed a button on mine is to occasionally roll down the windows. But to answer your question, I saw a show once where a shop was restoring a Ferrari that had interior controls, knobs, and faceplates in that condition. They brought them back to new by a combination of cleaning, sanding, and painting with a special paint for that purpose. __________________

08-09-2018, 01:19 PM	#7
martelds Go Arizona Cardinals Drives: 2006 GMC Duramax 2500 HD, 2016 2SS Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Arizona Posts: 321	https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I like these. __________________ 2015 Nissan Murano SL with Tech Package 2006 Lifted GMC Duramax 2500 HD. Lot's of custom parts! 2016 2SS Garnet Red 2SS,6 Speed, NPP, MRC, Adrenaline Red interior, Black Rally Stripes, NAV, Sunroof, Corvette Z51 Black Wheels, Black Front Fascia, aFe / PFADT Suspension Lowering Springs, Black High Rise Rear Spoiler. High flow headers, E85, Roto-Fab Cold Air, MSD Atomic AirForce Intake. aFe / PFADT Front & Rear Sway Bar. Pushing 520 to the Rear Wheels

08-09-2018, 06:36 AM	#5
dray Drives: 2017 2SS A8 NGM, 2012 Yamaha FZ8 Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Ohio Posts: 189	I accidently left my key fob in a zipper pants pocket and it went through the washer and dryer. Came out nice and clean. Amazingly, it still works.

08-10-2022, 04:16 PM	#10
Jsreo Drives: 2017 2SS Manual Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 373	I have one of these without the lanyard, I like the leather. I no longer have any use for it, whoever wants to pay postage can have it https://www.amazon.com/KAWIHEN-Leath.../dp/B077N82D1W

08-10-2022, 04:32 PM	#11
koolkat68 Drives: 2022 Vivid Orange Metallic LT1 Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: MI Lansing Area Posts: 72	They do make a replacement fob cover. Just have to put your electronics in the new fob. https://www.amazon.com/Remote-Malibu...F4NFJVAQU&th=1

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