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How thieves can use your key fob data to steal your car

Car owners can reset key fob data

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How thieves can use your key fob data to steal your car
Car owners can reset key fob data
Car thieves are using a new, high-tech approach to their craft: copying key fobs.Watch videoThieves attach a special device to the underside of the car that copies the information. The thieves can then use that information to copy the fob and steal the vehicle.Experts say car owners should hit the "lock" button several times on their devices to reset the key fob data.Get the WCVB News App

Car thieves are using a new, high-tech approach to their craft: copying key fobs.

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Thieves attach a special device to the underside of the car that copies the information. The thieves can then use that information to copy the fob and steal the vehicle.

Experts say car owners should hit the "lock" button several times on their devices to reset the key fob data.