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Remote functions of key fob stopped working
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Remote functions of key fob stopped working
One of my keys has stopped working. It still starts the car, but the remote lock, unlock and trunk pop features no longer work. Funnily enough, it is not the key I have been using every day for the past 3,5 years, but rather the "spare". Any idea of what this might be? Do I need new batteries?
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From: Fl
92 500sel/01 320e wag
The SmartKey and remote unlock are two seperate items. The Lock /Unlock is powered by the batteries in the remote, while the ignition unlock is by inductive energy from the lock. If you push and hold a button you should see a flash on the remote below and to the left of the panc button.
If you need new batteris they can be acessed by removing the metal key and sliding over a gray latch inside the opening, the rear portion will slide out (circuit board) batteris are there!
If you need new batteris they can be acessed by removing the metal key and sliding over a gray latch inside the opening, the rear portion will slide out (circuit board) batteris are there!
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'06 Porsche 997 Black Sport Exhaust, '06 Mercedes E350 4MATIC Iridium Silver Apper+Prem Package
I also have problem with one of my remote. I checked the battery check lamp and it lights up, but not always. Does this mean that the battery is running low or there is anything wrong with it?
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'71 Pinto
If the check lamp is not consistently lighting I recommend changing the battery.
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'06 Porsche 997 Black Sport Exhaust, '06 Mercedes E350 4MATIC Iridium Silver Apper+Prem Package
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'06 Porsche 997 Black Sport Exhaust, '06 Mercedes E350 4MATIC Iridium Silver Apper+Prem Package
My SA told me that he will replace the key since it didn't look like a battery problem.
I am wondering if I am getting the new style key
I am wondering if I am getting the new style key
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From: Bethesda, MD
2003 E500 Sport, 1995 SL320
i just had the same problem... none of the buttons seem to work on my remote... the red light doesnt even light up. i cant use the keyless go function either. i just put in 2 new batteries today, and no luck.
any ideas guys, or do i need to dish out for a new remote?
any ideas guys, or do i need to dish out for a new remote?
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2003 E500
It sounds like your bettery is dead.
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'06 Porsche 997 Black Sport Exhaust, '06 Mercedes E350 4MATIC Iridium Silver Apper+Prem Package
If it doesn't work with new batteries, I guess you have the similar problem as me. If your vehicle is still under warranty, you should be able to get a new replacement key from your dealership for sure. However, you have '03 model, so it might not be the case.
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Oh well, my wife likes it. I guess it doesn't really matter whether I like it or not
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From: DVStyle
2006 Mercedes Benz E350
I got the replacement key a couple of weeks ago. As expected, it's the new style one. Even though this looks quite fancy, I found it a bit heavy. In addition, I think it's very slippery, too.
Oh well, my wife likes it. I guess it doesn't really matter whether I like it or not
Oh well, my wife likes it. I guess it doesn't really matter whether I like it or not
