sjb

Remote was working but apparently battery died. Replaced battery in remote but it doesn't work. Is there a trick to get it going after replacing the battery. Do I need to re-synchronize something?

clAUDI

same problem here 1996 2.8QM

Matt H.

You reprogrammed, with both your Keys?

sjb

Reprogrammed? I have only dealt with one of the remotes. One of them worked originally and one didn't. When the good one stopped working I replaced the battery but it didn't help.

I'm not sure what you mean by reprogramming.
Can I do this or do I need to go to a dealer?

Matt H.

1. You need your primary and spare ignition key for this....if you don't have a spare, go get one made. the dealer did mine for free.

2. Put the spare key in the ignition, turn the car on, but don't start the engine.

3. Get outta the car, close the door, and put your other key in the door, and lock using the other key.

4. Hold both buttons on the remote down for about 5 seconds...when the car unlocks, the remote is programmed.

A4by4

wow, I never would have figured that one out either

Matt H.

Are you being sarcastic?? Its easy, but I've had to do it 3 times since last March..remote sux.

A4by4

every time your battery dies. It's not something you would "Accidentally" figure out.. that's all I meant

sjb

Thanks Huestis.
I have a valet key that I can use in the ignition to program the the 2 remote keys I have.

Matt H.

Mine just stops working sometimes, I don't think its the battery. About once every 3 to 5 months I have to take a few minutes and reset it.