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YOUR RESEARCHIntermittent key issue
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range was like 6�
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Problem is the range was like 6� from the door to get it to work.
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Performed · outcome unconfirmed · Original poster
I quickly ordered a Design 911 key and swapped the internals and everything worked perfectly.
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Performed · outcome unconfirmed · Original poster
I did repair this wire but haven�t tested the plug end.
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Then I went replace the battery on the old remote and all went to heck.
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Seeking advice for a key problem.
DISCLAIMER: OF COURSE I CHANGED THE BATTERIES. SEVERAL TIMES, WITH SEVERAL DIFFERENT BRANDS
TLDR: anyone have a solution to extremely short range on the key fob?
Sorry for the long read but I am hoping someone has had the same issue and can help.
I when I bought my �04 TT, it came with two keys. They both worked well but were in so-so shape.
I quickly ordered a Design 911 key and swapped the internals and everything worked perfectly. Then I went replace the battery on the old remote and all went to heck.
I wound up frying the electronics, so I ordered an OEM key from the dealer.
In the meantime, my working remote became real finicky. Didn�t always work and when it did, I had to be right on top of the car. Sometimes the key would open the doors but not the frunk.
I finally took the new key to the dealer (after a locksmith failed to program it) for programming. They told me they couldn�t get it programmed and needed the car longer to diagnose. I chose not to leave it.
When I got home, the new key worked. Both now worked. Problem is the range was like 6� from the door to get it to work. Now neither open the drunk and work intermittently on the doors.
I am wondering if there is some sort of interference going on. The car is at a local shop and they are hoping to investigate tomorrow but was hoping someone might have some advice.
There are only two things that have changed in the electronics during this and they may be worth mentioning.
1) i have the targa button/garage door opener hack installed. It was already in the car and NOT affecting the key. However it was a 20 year old remot and didn�t work with my garage door so I upgraded it and it�s hidden behind the horseshoe. Wondering if that could be it. It�s not sending a signal otherwise the door would open and close. Just thought it was worth mentioning. Shop is going to try disconnecting it.
2) there was a loose fuse in the box that had two wire attached to it. One of the wires was broken. I assume it�s for the ethernet wire that is behind my mirror. Assuming PO had a radar detector mounted up there. I did repair this wire but haven�t tested the plug end.
I don�t think either of these are the issue but, again, worth mentioning.
Anyone out there experiencing the same intermittent key function and/or terrible range?
Sorry again for the length and thanks for reading.
Before proceeding take the white cable out of this foam shielding and try, before cutting. It seems that 130 mm are for US spec cars. There might be a difference between .1 ans .2 cars also, so be careful.
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