Trunk Opening Randomly
03-19-2019, 10:47 AM
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Q7 hatch opening randomly
Anyone have issues with their trunk?
I've had the Q7 about two weeks and had the trunk open multiple times (at least half a dozen) without me pressing the key fob. Until last night I did have the key-fob in my pocket and assumed maybe I pressed on the button somehow. Last night the trunk opened overnight and hit the garage door
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Both key-fobs were in places where there was no pressure or chance that something was hitting on the button.
Now I have a ding on the edge of the door and plan on calling the dealership today. With this type of intermittent issue I'm worried that it will spend endless amounts of time going back and forth with no resolution.
I'm also having an issue opening and closing with the key fob. Pressing and holding works inconsistently, especially closing. Opening works most of the time, but closing does not work most of the time. When I try to close the lights will blink but nothing happens.
I did read the other threads related to both these things in the forum, but both seemed to be user error that was likely resolved by behavior / correct operating procedure.
I've had the Q7 about two weeks and had the trunk open multiple times (at least half a dozen) without me pressing the key fob. Until last night I did have the key-fob in my pocket and assumed maybe I pressed on the button somehow. Last night the trunk opened overnight and hit the garage door
.Both key-fobs were in places where there was no pressure or chance that something was hitting on the button.
Now I have a ding on the edge of the door and plan on calling the dealership today. With this type of intermittent issue I'm worried that it will spend endless amounts of time going back and forth with no resolution.
I'm also having an issue opening and closing with the key fob. Pressing and holding works inconsistently, especially closing. Opening works most of the time, but closing does not work most of the time. When I try to close the lights will blink but nothing happens.
I did read the other threads related to both these things in the forum, but both seemed to be user error that was likely resolved by behavior / correct operating procedure.
this is has happened multiple times with my 2017 q7. Especially in parking lots where I’ve come back several hours later and the hatch is open. Very frustrating
03-19-2019, 04:52 PM
#62
AudiWorld Senior Member
03-20-2019, 08:49 AM
#63
AudiWorld Senior Member
03-20-2019, 09:33 AM
#65
AudiWorld Member
Keyfob cover here (soft leather), and occasionally still happens. The key press time can be reset by the dealer or with coding supposedly, but haven't done it yet. The keyfob apparently can open the trunk from a loooong way off, unlike the foot swipe. I have no idea why Audi didn't either limit the distance, or lengthen the key press time, because this is definitely a safety feature.
03-20-2019, 12:53 PM
#67
AudiWorld Member
2 seconds seems to be the optimum time. I keep my keyfob in my pocket all day long and had never had the trunk open on me even before I programmed it for the longer time. Yes, the dealer can do this for you for free. If they say they can't, they just don't want to do it or are inept. Buying an OBDeleven for $50 is the best money spent if you own a VW or Audi. All these things you can do on your own and so easy a caveman can do it. You can even add features you didn't know you had with this little plug in tool. And for you young folks, yes its an app you can download on your cell phone.
03-20-2019, 04:11 PM
#68
AudiWorld Senior Member
Keyfob cover here (soft leather), and occasionally still happens. The key press time can be reset by the dealer or with coding supposedly, but haven't done it yet. The keyfob apparently can open the trunk from a loooong way off, unlike the foot swipe. I have no idea why Audi didn't either limit the distance, or lengthen the key press time, because this is definitely a safety feature.
03-20-2019, 04:14 PM
#69
AudiWorld Senior Member
Buying an OBDeleven for $50 is the best money spent if you own a VW or Audi. All these things you can do on your own and so easy a caveman can do it. You can even add features you didn't know you had with this little plug in tool. And for you young folks, yes its an app you can download on your cell phone.
03-21-2019, 03:46 AM
#70
AudiWorld Senior Member
I've been saying I want to get one of these but keep dragging my feet for some reason.. It may be time..