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This TSB applies to 2000 to 2014 Audi models including the Q5, R8, A6, A8, Q7, A4,
A3, TT, Allroad, A5 and A7.

Central locking via the remote control does not work either sporadically or
permanently, but the locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization
between the remote control key and vehicle may occur because the battery has
been disconnected or the battery in the remote control has been replaced. If other
senders operate in the same frequency range (mobile phones, TV stations, wireless
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headphones etc.), the remote control key may have been temporarily switched off
because a clear indication of the remote control key is not possible. This is Audi BMW Cadillac Chevrolet Chevy
necessary to prevent an unintentional unlocking of the vehicle by other unrelated
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senders.
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Perform the synchronization between each remote control key and the vehicle:
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2000-2008 A4
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1. Open the vehicle mechanically with the key.
2. Press the unlock button of the remote control key.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and switch to the ON position.
4. Switch the key OFF again and remove the key. Subscribe Today!
5. Press the unlock button or the locking button of the remote control key.
6. Model year 2002 or later: 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.
Follow test plan J393-central control module for comfort system, adapting
remote control key via adaptation (channel 21). Sometimes following the
erase all memory positions first test plan produces better results.

R8, TT, A3, A6

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1. Press one of the buttons on the remote control key.
2. Lock or unlock the vehicle once mechanically with the key.
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3. The complete process must not take longer than 30 seconds.
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successful, adapt the remote control key(s) to the Central Comfort System
control module (address word 46) using the VAS scan tool. Follow test plan
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key(s). Sometimes following erase all memory positions first test plan U.S.A.
produces better results. From model year 2010: If the synchronization
procedure was not successful, adapt the remote control key(s) to the BCM2 TireStamp Introduces TireVigil Cloud Service
(vehicle electrical system control unit), address word 09, using the VAS scan
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tool. Follow test plan J519-Vehicle electrical system control module, adapting
remote control key(s).
2009-2014 A42008-2014 A5, 2014 A5 Cabriolet, 2009-2014 Q5, 2011-2014 A8,
2012-2014 A7 and 2012-2014 A6

1. Press a button on the remote control key within the range of the vehicle.
2. If necessary, open the vehicle with the emergency key on the door lock.
3. Switch the ignition ON and OFF.

A6, A8 and Q7

a. Open the vehicle mechanically with the key.

b. Insert the key into the ignition switch and switch to the ON position.

c. Switch the ignition OFF again.

1. If the synchronization does not help, check the battery of the remote control.
The battery voltage must be 3.0 V or higher.

2. If the remote battery voltage is below 3.0 V, replace the battery and perform
synchronization again.
3. Check whether there are any interfering senders nearby.
4. Check whether there are any interfering senders in the vehicle.
5. If interference was responsible for the condition, explain this to the customer.
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Jeff - Posted 8 days ago

2010 Audi A4, when I press the lock button the lights flash but the alarm doesn't chirp like it usually does. It
only locks the drivers side door and the 2 rear doors, the front passenger door remains unlocked. It will
periodically work, the alarm sound chirps and all the doors are locked. Any suggestions?

Mary Ann McNaughton - Posted one month ago

Remote keys do not work. Alarm light not flashing. Tried pressing one of the keys on the remote, still will
not unlock manually.2002 Audi TT Quattro. New battery this winter. If I had a jumper cable, cannot even
open hood!!!!! HELP!!!!

Nora - Posted 2 months ago

The excellent synchronization procedures worked and VOILA key fob is working. Thank You Very Much!!

Nora - Posted 2 months ago

My 2007 A4 went in for routine maintenance while I went on vacation. The primary key fob that remained
home no longer worked. I was scheduled to visit the European repair shop again until I found this article.

Lawrence - Posted 3 months ago

2012 Audi Q5: The car registered a "low battery" for my Key Fob (not wireless type). After replacing the
batteries in two Fobs, neither would work, although they would work to operate the car... so car recognized
them. About this time I was ready to pull my hair out... so, "maybe I had placed the battery incorrectly".
What the heck, so I place it backwards... nothing. By this time I had just about given up. I pressed the
button... nothing. I put the battery in CORRECTLY and IT WORKED!! So, if this happens to you, try it.

Dominic - Posted 4 months ago

Took key apart again. Removed and reinstalled the new battery. Never put the top piece back on the key
for better acccess while the key controls was in the ignition Unlocked the door with the mechanical key.
Inserted the key into the ignition and turned it to "on" position. While it was there I pushed the lock and
unlock button several time until I heard a click. Then I removed the key and the remote worked. After a few
curses on Good Friday. I done for life now. LOL

Dominic - Posted 4 months ago

Sync does not work for my 2004 A4 Cabriolet.

Marsel - Posted 5 months ago

Hey guys, im having a problem with my 2004 audi a8l. Soon as i put the key and try to turn it on the
steering weel doesn t get realesed and the car won t start after i try to turn it on couple of time even the
milage lights go off and key fob won t work , the battery is good though. Sometimes when i disconnect the
battery and connect it back the engine starts but on the mini screen it shows me a red warning picture of a
key hole and key ... anybody has an idea what could be the problem?

John Fernley - Posted 7 months ago

Audi A5 2009 cab

R Prichard - Posted 7 months ago

Didn't work for 2003 Audi A4. What worked was inserting the key and while inserted, depressing the lock or
unlock button on the fob, which appears to have synched the remote to the car. Subsequently works like a
champ.

Karen - Posted 7 months ago

Worked like a dream.

Omar - Posted 7 months ago

Can that be the problem to mine . when i put the key in the ignition it doesnt release the brake or the
steering wheel. And doesnt turn on

john - Posted one year ago

i have audi a4 1.9 tdi se year 1999 i have fitted a new central locking receiver how do i initialised it thank
you

Joseph R. Santoli - Posted one year ago

There's a FB group for Audi Q7 Advanced Key defect.

ayodeji babs - Posted one year ago

key security light on the dash board is blinking and car is starting but not working it goes off after every
start almost immediately

jason - Posted one year ago

I have tried to open my Audi q7 but it does not open.I have also tried to do it manually no chance. Now I do
not know if it is the batery in the key or if it is actually the car baterary that has gone flat. please help me
out. At the moment there is not any means to open any of my care doors.

Barney - Posted one year ago

 My 2003 audi a4 remote suddenly and without warning stopped working when I came out of a "Office
Supply" store. Tried your synchronization tip and it worked perfectly. Thank you for the tip.

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