Audi A3 Key Fob Will Lock But Not Unlock

Up to and including model year 2009.

Audi a3 key fob will lock but not unlock. Hi all im new to this site so go easy on me. This article will walk you through the potential causes of the problem and how to fix them. I recently bought a replacement car key and had both keys recoded at my local audi dealership 250. Step 7 wait again another 10 seconds and for the parking lights to flash and press the unlock button on your remote.

These instructions do not work on newer audi vehicles. If the doors will still not unlock continue to step 2. Ive got a 54 plate a4 1 8t today ive noticed the key fob is not locking or unlocking the drivers door but works all the others with no problem. Lock the door once again with the switch on your driver s side door and press the lock button on your remote two times in quick succession.

Step 2 test the key fob. If the synchronization procedure was not successful adapt the remote control key s to the central comfort system control module address word 46 using the vas scan tool. Just pull out the spare key from the key fob then pull the battery out and replace it. The following procedure will program the key fob to unlock lock the audi.

Lock or unlock the vehicle once mechanically with the key. Try changing the battery in your key fob. This article applies to the audi a3 a4 a6 q5 and q7. Your other option is to have your locksmith cut and program the new key so that it starts the car and then perform this procedure to synchronize the remote.

If it still doesn t work and you can t open the door manually then the key fob may need to be replaced. 2 days later i noticed the drivers lock had stopped responding to the key code for opening. Key fob not locking drivers door but does lock all others posted in a4 b6 2001 2004. The complete process must not take longer than 30 seconds.

Are you having problems with your door locks either from the key fob or the inside handles. Check the battery of the fob try to lock and unlock the door from varying distances. The immobilizer chip must be programmed at audi dealer. When it comes to hardware devices we have to be honest and say the key fob ranks pretty high on the list for being the most convenient one out there automotive or otherwise.

It continues to lock from the code but i now need to manually use the key to open the door. I returned the car believing further coding may be needed.