Help: Replaced battery in Key FOB Remote and can't close...

atwnsw · 11-20-2021, 07:53 PM

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Background:
I have 2 Key FOB remotes and replaced both batteries today. One of the key fobs refuses to close/lock into place. See photo.

My concern is that I am going to have to buy a new remote and pay $500-$1,000 to reprogram it just because it won't close properly.
I have used lights but cannot see any debris lodged inside.

Please help and tell me what my options are.

Thanks in advance.

Anthony

pungo · 11-20-2021, 09:00 PM

Have another pair of eyes take a look, preferably someone good with mechanical devices.

atwnsw · 11-21-2021, 08:56 AM

Got it, finally. Thanks

11-20-2021, 07:53 PM	#1
atwnsw Private 15 Rep 53 Posts Drives: BMW e46 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Tampa iTrader: (0)	Help: Replaced battery in Key FOB Remote and can't close... [IMG]ibb.co/D4Dx6Hg[/IMG] Background: I have 2 Key FOB remotes and replaced both batteries today. One of the key fobs refuses to close/lock into place. See photo. My concern is that I am going to have to buy a new remote and pay $500-$1,000 to reprogram it just because it won't close properly. I have used lights but cannot see any debris lodged inside. Please help and tell me what my options are. Thanks in advance. Anthony
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11-21-2021, 08:56 AM	#3
atwnsw Private 15 Rep 53 Posts Drives: BMW e46 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Tampa iTrader: (0)	Got it, finally. Thanks
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