Can not remotely open or close the car with the key. Is this a simple matter of changing a battery or should I not try to open the key?
2007-01-30 04:44:55 · 7 answers · asked by Stephanie C 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Vauxhall Opel
it sounds like the key has lost it's code. this is quite common if you've parked near a mobile phone mast for any length of time.
try turning on the ignition but don't start the engine then press the lock and unlock buttons alternately a couple of times.
2007-01-30 08:29:56 · answer #1 · answered by NFFC 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Almost certainly it is a problem with the battery- try opening it and replacing the same battery, if that doesnt work get a new battery.
Of course you need to be sure you are pointing it at the right car- I once panicked in a car park because my remote did not seem to be working...... then I realised I was pointing it at a car identical to mine, but not mine" ha ha
2007-01-30 04:56:02 · answer #2 · answered by cate 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes try opening the fob and change the battery,It could be a chip in the fob thats faulty though and also didnt you get a spare key with the car you should have two keys find out what happened to the other key from previous owner,,,, cheers...........
2007-01-30 04:53:15 · answer #3 · answered by cowpattice 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I had a similar problem a couple of weeks ago with an Astra key. I took it to a dealership and was told it's a common problem - the battery works loose, he just wedged a piece of paper on top of the battery making the connection more secure/tight.....had no problem since.....he also assured me he'd just saved me £60!! It's ok to open the key - just don't lose the chip!
2007-01-30 04:52:49 · answer #4 · answered by Carrot Cruncher 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Try opening and change battery. I has this problem recently. But my key never worked once when left it somewhere cold!
You haven't dropped your key recently, cause that could damage it or dislodge battery?
2007-01-30 09:43:07 · answer #5 · answered by Jane M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a simple matter to change the battery,if you speak nicley to a Vauxhall parts rep he will do it for you.
2007-01-30 06:43:59 · answer #6 · answered by mick 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Battery could be flat or loose. relive the good ole days and open it by hand lol.
2007-01-30 05:30:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋