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Split_Pin got a reaction from Wibble in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin got a reaction from Wibble in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
I replaced the battery in my key a few weeks ago. Today the car would not recognise the key, it no longer locks/unlocks and I have to put the key in the ignition to start it (which sometimes does not work either) I'm also getting a message saying the key battery is low. So I replaced with the correct CR2032, Energiser brand with absolutely no difference at all. The key is stone dead with no green flashes when a button is pressed.
I checked the owners manual but couldn't see a key reset procedure. I'm very patient with old cars and expect problems but this one's frustrating as I can't really chance driving anywhere at the moment. I was in a garage that my relationship did not end well with (but my mum still wants to use them) and I could not get the car to start at all as nothing was happening even when turning the key in the ignition. Very embarrassing.
Hopefully I'll find a solution soon!
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Split_Pin reacted to bangernomics in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
When you’ve fixed everything can you arrange to put it up for sale ready for October this year please when I will need a big comfy barge for a few months whilst working again.
Thanks.
Gzongenflatch
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Split_Pin got a reaction from Coprolalia in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Bouyed by this successful fix I gave it a wash and discovered that the OSR rear brake caliper is pissing fluid.
New one seems to just be £94 and comes with a motor too. My code reader does the caliper windback as well so not so bad.
I'll just have to use the Saab for a bit until it arrives!
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Split_Pin got a reaction from Coprolalia in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin got a reaction from bangernomics in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin reacted to DirtyDaily in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
That's funny because I can't drive my Saab because my near side rear brake caliper is pissing fluid. -
Split_Pin reacted to DirtyDaily in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
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Split_Pin got a reaction from djim in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin got a reaction from DirtyDaily in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Bouyed by this successful fix I gave it a wash and discovered that the OSR rear brake caliper is pissing fluid.
New one seems to just be £94 and comes with a motor too. My code reader does the caliper windback as well so not so bad.
I'll just have to use the Saab for a bit until it arrives!
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Split_Pin got a reaction from Supernaut in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin got a reaction from Dave_Q in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin got a reaction from Stanky in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin got a reaction from TrabbieRonnie in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Cheers Ronnie!
I think our cars are indeed the same colour!
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Split_Pin got a reaction from TrabbieRonnie in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin got a reaction from Jenson Velcro in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin reacted to DirtyDaily in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
So the key isn't flashing? Sounds like a key error rather than on the car side. In my completely unqualified opinion.
Does sound like a very annoying problem.
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Split_Pin got a reaction from DirtyDaily in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
Sorted. A folded up bit of paper on top of the battery to press it down more has worked 😂
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Split_Pin reacted to Dave_Q in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
If it's just the remote part you should be able to code in a used replacement with VCDS, just make sure you get a matching part number.
One thing you could try is to hold the unlock button for a few seconds with the key in the ignition and ignition on, but if the key is actually dead this won't work.
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Split_Pin reacted to Dave_Q in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
I don't think it's strictly necessary to save channel 00 before you start.
Obviously if you're just doing 1 key, enter 1 as the twat value.
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Split_Pin reacted to TrabbieRonnie in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
We must have the same colour combo I think...
I think it's called Aqua Blue Pearl, and the inside is Platinum. Looks cream in most lights but actually grey...
Also, when I scan the car using VCDS it causes the fault and alarms to go off, it does disappear when I close that controller though. Maybe the 'turn it off again bit' is missing on your scanner?
If you're ever anywhere near Moray let me know if you want a go with it 👍
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Split_Pin reacted to TrabbieRonnie in Forum LCBL Star '05 Audi A8 D3 3.0TDi
If you get stuck with a dead key battery, there's a keyhole hidden under the driver's door handle. You can open it then, but the alarm will go off unless and until you get the key in the ignition.
You may know this... Please ignore if so! Great thread, how have I missed it?
EDIT... Just saw your FB post, so it's not sounding like a battery problem. They do seem knowledgeable on there though, hope you get it sorted 🤞