Benners66
Member Since: 09 Mar 2016
Location: Southampton
Posts: 86
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Hi all,
Both the main and spare key are no longer unlocking the car. Everything else seems to be working fine, though for some reason the wing mirrors have started dipping when they were switched off before which could indicate a reset of the 'system' (you can tell I'm not tech-savvy).
Before I start to prise open the key fob possibly damaging it & replacing batteries etc. is there any way to check the keys are being recognised by the car or to 'resync' the car & key?? It seems like they are not registering with the car.
Thanks in advance
Ben
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18th Mar 2018 2:45 pm |
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MarkOne
Member Since: 23 Jul 2011
Location: County Antrim
Posts: 3345
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Could be the reciever in the car that’s gave up the ghost.
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18th Mar 2018 2:59 pm |
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Pete K
Member Since: 15 Jan 2016
Location: GL
Posts: 10337
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i think turning the ignition on helps the resync
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18th Mar 2018 3:18 pm |
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L319
Member Since: 14 Dec 2013
Location: Herefordshire
Posts: 2079
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I understand its possible to charge the key against a toothbrush charger, see if that works. If it charges and then works, look to induction ring on steering lock not working
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18th Mar 2018 3:37 pm |
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Narpy
Member Since: 18 Jul 2011
Location: Stockport
Posts: 7830
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If they've both always worked and suddenly now don't, you need to search the forum for the green wire splice and repair that before destroying your fobs.
Start here: https://www.disco3.co.uk/forum/remote-lock...54235.html Mods:
Front Fogs + Halos
FBH Remote Control
The 1st Ever RRS Modded Grill
Garmin Nuvi + D4 Surround + Reversing Camera.
D4 Steering Wheel.
Rear Boot Spoiler.
Twin Brake Lights.
Wing Mirror Indicator Repeaters.
Long Roof Rails
Make your own Narpy grill thread
I'm not scared, I'm outta here.
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18th Mar 2018 4:52 pm |
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Benners66
Member Since: 09 Mar 2016
Location: Southampton
Posts: 86
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Thanks for the ideas of where to start .
I'll start with the key by the toothbrush charger.
I have no idea if the spare was good. It did one unlock yesterday, then nothing, so my guess is it has not been used for a long time (I know we haven't used it in the 2.5 years we've owned the car.
Next will be the green wire splice & then the receiver.
I'll let you know if the charging works!
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18th Mar 2018 6:33 pm |
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Henda
Member Since: 05 May 2016
Location: Gateshead
Posts: 473
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Just had pretty much the same problem with mine
Done the 3 wire splice no joy
But I had just replaced the battery
The only thing I can think of that got my keys working again was I pushed and pulled all the fuses in the engine bay and they worked again still got me bambusled All transmission oil replaced
3 flash indicators
All timing belts changed
EPB serviced
De cat fitted
Wind deflectors
De-tango done
Tints fitted
Egr blanked
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19th Mar 2018 9:18 am |
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Benners66
Member Since: 09 Mar 2016
Location: Southampton
Posts: 86
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Well, the charging attempt didn't work. That would've been too easy.
Before I try the 3 wire splice I'll do what you did Henda. I need to replace the cigarette lighter fuse so I'll check and push the others and see if anything happens.
Cheers
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19th Mar 2018 11:31 am |
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Benners66
Member Since: 09 Mar 2016
Location: Southampton
Posts: 86
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Looks like it's the green wire splice caused by a blocked sunroof drain.
Found a very wet passenger footwell when looking at how to access the wires.
Oh joy, another job to add to the list.
Thanks all for the help!
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19th Mar 2018 8:43 pm |
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CJP2017
Member Since: 27 Feb 2017
Location: London
Posts: 183
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i had this on my car too, it was the green wire that was busted due to the bottles of water the wires were swimming in!
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21st Mar 2018 9:40 am |
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Benners66
Member Since: 09 Mar 2016
Location: Southampton
Posts: 86
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Quick update.
Had the Green wire splice replaced, and keys are working fine now. Thank you all for guiding me to that .
Drained the front/footwell. Had the front N/S drain checked and that was clear, and draining nicely. Pollen filter is nice and dry.
Footwell is soaked again so the water is still getting in somewhere. Any thoughts where to check next??
Thanks
Ben
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10th Apr 2018 11:53 am |
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pagoda
Member Since: 13 Aug 2009
Location: Not London Anymore (or the US for that matter)
Posts: 1923
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You obvs know there’s a drain hole on both sides that need to be checked. Also it’s possible that the drain hose may be clean but also may be disconnected and so drains into the footwell. You’d need to chase the hose all the way to the drain in the wheel well to check. Lastly, the carpet has a ton of foam under in and holds a serious amount of water. I put a dehumidifier in my LR3 when I got it as it had blocked drains (and a disconnected drain hose) and I took out something like 8l of water over 5 days. PAGODA
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10th Apr 2018 1:39 pm |
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Narpy
Member Since: 18 Jul 2011
Location: Stockport
Posts: 7830
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There's also a leak path for a dodgy seam weld under the roof trim. And there's the scuttle panel. And there's the door seal............
To be honest, if you have a sunroof, always suspect that.
Loads of info for leaks, use the search and start the detective work. Mods:
Front Fogs + Halos
FBH Remote Control
The 1st Ever RRS Modded Grill
Garmin Nuvi + D4 Surround + Reversing Camera.
D4 Steering Wheel.
Rear Boot Spoiler.
Twin Brake Lights.
Wing Mirror Indicator Repeaters.
Long Roof Rails
Make your own Narpy grill thread
I'm not scared, I'm outta here.
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10th Apr 2018 2:36 pm |
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Benners66
Member Since: 09 Mar 2016
Location: Southampton
Posts: 86
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Well, after assuming it was the sunroof, it appears it was somehow getting in under the trim up the side of the windscreen. After a lot of detective work, and spraying with a hose, the water came in when the spray was directed at the edge of the windscreen/trim.
It seems to be fixed now, and drying quite well. Just need to stick the dehumidifier in there to dry up the final bit.
Fingers crossed it stays dry.
Thanks for all the help & comments
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22nd Apr 2018 10:01 pm |
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