Second, if the key was a working one before, have you recently had any new keys cut and programmed? If you have gotten new keys for the car it is possible that the key got deleted during program of the new keys, either because the locksmith/dealer cleared existing keys, or because you exceeded maximum number of keys allowed by the WCM, which will delete oldest keys first as new ones are added. If it is a new copy, than you may need to take it to a dealer or locksmith along with the car to have the key programmed. To help determine which problem it is, there are a few questions to ask yourself.įirst, has this key ever kept the car running, or is it a freshly cut copy. The WCM (a small electronic device connected to your ignition switch, that has a loop that goes around the cylinder and “reads” the key) has failed, which is actually a common thing with a few models of jeeps and certain models actually had a recall a few years ago because it was so widespread. the key chip has not been programmed, or has been dumped after too many keys were added, or 2. Your problem is typically 1 of 2 issues, either 1.
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