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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 07:10 AM
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Default 2005.5 Key Problem

Every so often the buttons on my key will not work to lock/unlock the doors or open the trunk. I have to stick the key in the door keyhole to get in the car. Once i start the car with the key it seems to reset it and it works for a little while but then it stops again. The little red light on the keyfob does light up when i hit the buttons but for some reason the car is not recognizing the signal.
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 07:15 AM
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Default Common problem -- TSB has been issued

It's a programming defect. Notify your dealer by phone, and ask them to order for you a new set of keys. (Should take about 2-3 weeks to arrive.)

After they've arrived at the dealer, schedule an appointment to have the keys reprogrammed. Bring all of your keys with you (including the valet and emergency key) to have the job done, should take about an hour or so.
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 07:26 AM
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Default Awesome thanks! Too bad the first time it happened was the evening after the 5k service!

Figures, right? lol
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 07:37 AM
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Default I had mine done last week.

It does take about an hour (+/-).

I made sure they washed my car while it was in for the service

Have a nice weekend,

Tom
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Old Jan 28, 2006 | 02:56 PM
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Had mine replaced and one died a month later, couldn't reprogram it either
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Old Jan 31, 2006 | 07:03 AM
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Default Re: 2005.5 Key Problem

Read the owners manual, just stick the key in ignition to reset the key.

Happens often to my wifes key, never had a problem with mine..... weird?
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