Key Fob not working
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Key Fob not working
My key fob had very poor range so I decided to switch out the batteries. I learned that I had to reprogram the key fob, and follow the procedure for doing it (https://www.autoreservejaguar.com/ne...308-1997-2002/). But none of the buttons work now.
Would it be necessary to get a new key fob?
Would it be necessary to get a new key fob?
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Last edited by Lady Penelope; 07-08-2018 at 03:52 PM.
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Really want to figure this one out without having to spend too much money. Any suggestion help. I tried disconnect and reconnecting the security module that's in the trunk and still no luck. When doing the reprogramming, I only hear 2 beeps, as opposed to 5 beeps, and they are very delayed. I'm not sure where to go from here.
Will a new module and/or key fob be necessary to fix this issue?
Will a new module and/or key fob be necessary to fix this issue?
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If it was working before replacing the batteries, it will probably just need to programmed again. It depends on how many remotes you program:
I only have one remote and the procedure for me is:
Lock all doors, hold high beam and stick key in ignition lock and turn to I (not II)
Release high beam
Flash high beam 5 times
Press any button on the remote
And that should work.
Also, maybe a stupid question, but are the batteries inserted correctly and the right ones? CR2016 x 2 instead of one CR2032.
Good luck!
I only have one remote and the procedure for me is:
Lock all doors, hold high beam and stick key in ignition lock and turn to I (not II)
Release high beam
Flash high beam 5 times
Press any button on the remote
And that should work.
Also, maybe a stupid question, but are the batteries inserted correctly and the right ones? CR2016 x 2 instead of one CR2032.
Good luck!
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VickTrader (04-02-2022)
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From inside, you should see this:
Make sure the round plastic "head" is attached to the windscreen. This is one end of the remote antenna cable.
If this is ok, look down the space between the battery and the fuse box (in the trunk). At the right and near the bottom, you should see the other end of the remote antenna cable - a thick black cable (coaxial cable) should be connected to the box below the fuse box. The box below is the Security and Locking Control Module (SLCM). The antenna connector is a shiny knurled sleeve, screwed onto the connector on the SLCM.
#9
My fob was slowly dying. So I replaced the 2 x 2016 batteries. Didn't work. Took it apart and cleaned with alcohol cleaner. Didn't work. Took at apart again and thoroughly cleaned with alcohol. Didn't work.Almost gave up, then came across this:
XJ8 remote key fob
He used an eraser (pencil rubber) to clean the contacts, so I thought, I have nothing to loose, gave it a try.
Worked brilliantly!!
My thanks to Stallard Engineering.
XJ8 remote key fob
He used an eraser (pencil rubber) to clean the contacts, so I thought, I have nothing to loose, gave it a try.
Worked brilliantly!!
My thanks to Stallard Engineering.
#10
Cannot seem to find programming mode
If it was working before replacing the batteries, it will probably just need to programmed again. It depends on how many remotes you program:
I only have one remote and the procedure for me is:
Lock all doors, hold high beam and stick key in ignition lock and turn to I (not II)
Release high beam
Flash high beam 5 times
Press any button on the remote
And that should work.
Also, maybe a stupid question, but are the batteries inserted correctly and the right ones? CR2016 x 2 instead of one CR2032.
Good luck!
I only have one remote and the procedure for me is:
Lock all doors, hold high beam and stick key in ignition lock and turn to I (not II)
Release high beam
Flash high beam 5 times
Press any button on the remote
And that should work.
Also, maybe a stupid question, but are the batteries inserted correctly and the right ones? CR2016 x 2 instead of one CR2032.
Good luck!
#11
I'm having a slightly different issue than what I have read. After replacing my battery, the Fob was still not working so I proceeded to the above reporgramming directions. My 2003 XJR will not emit the "chirp" after turning on the ignition to position ! and flashing the high beams 4 (or 5) times. No chirp and no light on the J gate. I've tried doors open and closed. I do get a "chirp" when opening and looking the doors using the key. So in my case, I have not been able to test the Fob and new battery since I cannot seem to even get into programming mode.
the repair job DID fix everything for me.
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I'm having a slightly different issue than what I have read. After replacing my battery, the Fob was still not working so I proceeded to the above reporgramming directions. My 2003 XJR will not emit the "chirp" after turning on the ignition to position ! and flashing the high beams 4 (or 5) times. No chirp and no light on the J gate. I've tried doors open and closed. I do get a "chirp" when opening and looking the doors using the key. So in my case, I have not been able to test the Fob and new battery since I cannot seem to even get into programming mode.
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I did that too. The carbon on the rubber had worn. He replaced the stupid set-up with some proper micro-switches, and it's perfect now. About £12.
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