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Old Aug 20, 2005 | 02:47 PM
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Default Vette forgets keyfob quickly

My car stops recognizing the keyfob. Last night I reprogrammed it and then this morning it didn't work anymore. It's not a daily driver so I figured that would be the reason. But not recognizing the fob after one night is ridiculous. Anyone know why I'm having to keep programming the fob in?

Oh, btw, that passive switch at the bottom is for approach right??
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Old Aug 20, 2005 | 03:33 PM
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Time to open 'er up and clean/adjust the battery contact on the keyfob. (bend them slightly up to make better contact) You should replace the battery too.
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Old Aug 20, 2005 | 05:08 PM
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same problem here, i keep reprogramming and bam, hrs later no good anymore. any ideas
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Old Aug 20, 2005 | 07:36 PM
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I have the same issue and my batteries are brand new....I have 3 keyfob's and 2 of them do this.
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Old Aug 23, 2005 | 02:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Wild BillD
Time to open 'er up and clean/adjust the battery contact on the keyfob. (bend them slightly up to make better contact) You should replace the battery too.
If the contact have weak pressure, a slight bump of the fob causes them to lose contact, and therefore sync with the car.

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Old Aug 23, 2005 | 06:15 PM
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I had the same problem with my fobs, new batteries didn't help so took it to the dealer. They replaced the reciever that is located in the rear above the driver side fender well. Problem solved luckily I have GMPP.....................
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