You have to re-sink it just put it in the ignition turn to the on position then turn back and it is now re-sank.
Start by replacing the battery in the remote.
How long was remote left without battery. Information stored may be lost if the new battery is not in place fairly quickly. You may need to have your remote recoded.
Probably a low battery in the remote. As the battery becomes weaker, the range becomes shorter. I have a 2000 c200 and there is an amplifier near the rt rear cpost and the merc dealer analysed that it needed replacing.
the battery died in my remote. After replacing it the auto start will not work. What are the steps I need to take to reprogram it??
most vehicles come equipped with remote start, if it starts by it's self try replacing the remote battery. If that does not work then IDK
some car alarms have a backup battery in them. thses batteries if worn out can stop the alarm working.also sometimes the battery in the remote needs replacing to work
The reason that the remote key fob not working is that the battery is dead. The owner's manual should recount the process of replacing it. It could also be worn out.
Try replacing the battery first. If the transponder still doesn't work, start searching the 'Net for a replacement key.
You can change a battery for Passat 2003 remote controller as follows. - turning with small flat screw driver from small hole separate two parts . - separate parts where buttons are with screw driver - replace battery, type CR2032 3V - assemble parts together I had no need for any reprogramming. Remote controller started to work just by replacing a battery.
Is the remote's battery dead?
It is no BIG deal. All you have to do is rewire the whole thing. Follow the instructions in the owners manual for resetting the remote. The remote entry transmitter in GM vehicles must be reset when you replace the battery. Usually that consists of standing near the vehicle and holding the remote entry for about 10 to 15 seconds, but refer to the owners manual to make sure.