How to Find the FCC# for a Keyless Remote

Keyless remotes are used to lock and unlock vehicle doors.

A keyless remote allows the car owner to lock or unlock the vehicle using a small remote control, rather than a key. All keyless remotes have an FCC number located on the back of the remote. The FCC is essentially a model number for the remote. Vehicles have a small chip located within the vehicle. This chip allows the keyless remote to work with the vehicle. Only keyless remotes that correspond with the chip in the car can be used to unlock the door. Therefore, if you're purchasing a new keyless remote, the FCC or model numbers must match.

Instructions

Locating The Number On A Keyless Remote

1. Pick up the keyless remote and go to a place with plenty of light so you can look for very small printing.

2. Turn the keyless remote over, so the back side is facing up.

3. Look for "FCC" followed by a series of numbers and possibly letters. This is the FCC number.

Locating the FCC Number Without A Remote

1. Go to the Original Keyless website (see Reference). Select your brand of vehicle from the list located on the left hand selection. From there, select the year and model of vehicle by clicking on them. Alternatively, if the keyless remote system was not installed by the vehicle manufacturer, look in the keyless system user manual for the FCC or search for it using the keyless system information on the Internet.

2. Contact the manufacturer service center if you cannot locate the FCC number for the wireless remote system. Using the vehicle's VIN number, the service center can give you the model or FCC number of the keyless remote and system that was installed in your vehicle.

3. Remove the keyless remote chip from the vehicle if you cannot find any information on the keyless remote system. This may require the help of a professional if you are unsure where the chip is located. The chip can be located under the steering wheel or in a box under the passenger or vehicles set. Write down the manufacturer's name and serial number on the chip. Contact the manufacturer for the keyless remote that should be used with your system.

Tips & Warnings

• Write down the FCC number. Ensure the new keyless remote you are purchasing is the same FCC number as the previous remote.

References

• Original Keyless: Home Page