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  1. #1
    Established Member Two Rings
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    Nov 27 2009
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    Location
    Markham, Ontario, Canada

    Spare keys/remote no longer locks/unlocks/starts car - help?

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    Hi everybody,

    I have a 2010 S4, all this time, I've always only used ONE of the 3 remote/keys that came with the car. The 2nd master remote/key and the spare key (the one with no buttons) were always kept in a drawer. Today, when I tried to use the 2nd master remote to unlock the car, it didn't work. The little red light on the remote still flashes, but nothing happens to the car. I also tried to start it with the 2nd master remote/key, and it also didn't work. The only thing that works with the 2nd remote is if i lock/unlock the door using the physical key. I assume that the key has un-synced from the car due to lack of use?

    I know there is a way to reprogram the keys for the VW/Audi's with the switchblade key with one in the ignition and one in the door, but does anybody know how to do that with the B8 A4/S4 remote fob?

    Thanks in advance!

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    Senior Member Three Rings
    Join Date
    Jul 27 2011
    AZ Member #
    78859
    Location
    Northern NJ

    Do you have Keyless entry and keyless start? It may need to be charged (in the slot where key goes) and then used but just guessing off other cars
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  3. #3
    Established Member Two Rings
    Join Date
    Nov 27 2009
    AZ Member #
    51312
    Location
    Markham, Ontario, Canada

    Nope, don't have the keyless entry/keyless start thing.
    The light flashes on the remote when i press it, so the battery should be okay?

    Also, I don't have a VAG Com. Was kinda hoping there's a solution where you can reprogram other keys with 1 working key.

  4. #4
    Veteran Member Four Rings
    Join Date
    Apr 04 2012
    AZ Member #
    91200
    Location
    MSP

    If you are in warranty, take to dealership - this should be covered.

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