Key fob problems....

[poppydoodlesdad]

I think I know the answer to this but just looking for confirmation...

The flip-out remote key fob for my Altea has stopped unlocking, it still locks OK though the little light on the fob no longer does anything. The central locking button on the centre console and all other car based functions still work fine, so I assume the problem lies with the key?

Changed the battery, but no difference.

I think therefore there's probably something wrong with the remote circuitry within the fob?

I’m thinking of getting a replacement fob off FleaBay and here’s the question – if I split my existing key in to the flip-out blade end and remote buttons, I should be able to put the existing blade end on to the new remote element. Re-programme the remote and it should work? Yes?

No having to remove transponders etc?

Does that sound about right? Any help appreciated.

 

[Viking]

Even easier than that, all you need to do is pull the remote section off the keyblade section, swap the remote bit for a fully working one, and put it back together. Then resync the remote to the car.

Edit: Just re read your post without the wife jabbering at me. Yep, you've got it correct. I think I might have a remote here somewhere but it'll have to be the correct frequency to match yours.

 

[poppydoodlesdad]

Not sure what frequency mine is (I'll have to pull it apart again)....

 

[too hot]

Did u put the new battery in the right way round!!
Surprisingly it makes a difference

 

[poppydoodlesdad]

Put in same way it came out! But now you've got me wondering.....

 

[Viking]

Put the battery in the wrong way round and it doesn't work at all. Surprisingly....

 

[poppydoodlesdad]

I think I'm going to see about trying to get a 'new' remote off FleaBay or similar, does anyone know a reliable supplier i.e. one where the remote will actually work?

Thanks

 

[Viking]

Why a new one? There's a lot of copy stuff out there claiming to be genuine.

Are you after a 2 button or a three button remote?

 

[poppydoodlesdad]

Three button. I could get one from a dealer but figured I'd save some if I could find a decente-bayer?
Having said that, if the difference is minimal might as well get the genuine article...

 

[skard]

I have had a remote die on me, even though the LED still flashed.

As mentioned, look at the part number of your remote and find a used one on ebay (£12 last time). It can be synced to the car in VCDS channel 46 (CCM) in seconds.

 

[Viking]

If you really have to buy a new one from a genuine seller, then Hickleys are as good as anyone.

Although the main dealers might surprise you with a price if you ask David at SERE Motors on this site.

Other than that, Ebay would be the best place, and see what you can find.

 

[poppydoodlesdad]

Thanks I'll give them a look....

 

[Roverdino]

Remote key central locking stopped working..

Hi.. All of a sudden my central locking has stopped working on my 07 Leon Reference Sport tdi via key fob buttons,
I've had key tested, reprogrammed and tried new remote but nothing would connect.
so it would seem that the problem is at the 'car' end and not the key.
Any ideas guys before i have to take it to main dealer's????

 

[zangxuma]

Three days ago my key fob failed to unlock my car door, and I replaced the key fob battery. Now it fails to unlock car door again. Is the key fob "eating" the new battery? Do I need to replace the entire key fob?

 

[Muttley]

When something like this happened to me, it was the battery contacts.

 

[custard22]

Hi there. I'm also having problems with my key for my Mk1 Leon. It only had one key when I bought it, and now that key has stopped remote unlocking my car. The car still opens with the key in the door, and runs perfectly, but won't remote unlock, even though the LED is flashing. If anyone has any help, I would be very grateful!!!

 

[cdamorrell]

Hi all
how do you re programme your key fob as my second key remote doesn't work

Thanks