Installing RFA-module in Japan-import C5 -01
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Installing RFA-module in Japan-import C5 -01
I'm the owner of a C5 -01 convertible, imported to Sweden from Japan. As it turns out Japan-vehicles don't have the RFA-module installed from the factory and consequently can't handle FOB's. I don't want the tire pressure function, just the FOB.
Connection cable exist where the RFA-module usually sits and RFA-modules + FOB's can of course be obtained 2nd hand.
Is it possible to install a RFA-module in my car or are there any other components/software missing?
\\Calle
Connection cable exist where the RFA-module usually sits and RFA-modules + FOB's can of course be obtained 2nd hand.
Is it possible to install a RFA-module in my car or are there any other components/software missing?
\\Calle
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Hi and thanks for the reply =)
No, the "FOB LEARNING" does not show up when i cykle to blank with the "Options" key and press "Reset" for 3+ seconds.
Is it a matter of activating it (menu choice? RFA-module?) with a Tech II-device or would the software have to be updated as well?
\\Calle
No, the "FOB LEARNING" does not show up when i cykle to blank with the "Options" key and press "Reset" for 3+ seconds.
Is it a matter of activating it (menu choice? RFA-module?) with a Tech II-device or would the software have to be updated as well?
\\Calle
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I'm thinking it would either require you to use a TechII to turn the option on or you'd need to replace the BCM with a N/A version which allows the FOB. I'll try to look at the service manual and see which BCM options are available.
It also might be possible the option will just appear once the RFA module is plugged in.
It also might be possible the option will just appear once the RFA module is plugged in.
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Ok, sounds like it's not an impossible task, so ill go ahead and buy an RFA-module ($150) and start looking for US FOB's
If the menu doesn't show up when the RFA is plugged in, ill take it from there and renew this thread =)
\\Calle
If the menu doesn't show up when the RFA is plugged in, ill take it from there and renew this thread =)
\\Calle
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One of the things programmed into the BCM is the country of sale and it listed Japan as one of the options. So, when Japan is selected the RFA is likely turned off. Sounds like a TechII will be needed to make it work.
