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Old Sep 21, 2022 | 09:46 AM
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I just bought my first vet, a C5, 1999. Both of my remotes are not working and they have new batteries in the remotes, any suggestions on the cause?
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Old Sep 21, 2022 | 10:41 AM
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Try this:

Step 1

Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the “Run” position. Turn off power to the radio.

Step 2

Press the “Reset” button on the driver information center to clear any warning lights. Press the “Options” button until a blank message appears on the DIC screen.

Step 3

Press and hold “Reset” on the 3 seconds. Press the "Options" button until "Fob Training" is displayed on the DIC screen.

Step 4

Push the “Reset” button. This will bring up the message “HOLD LK + UNLK 1ST FOB” on the DIC screen.

Step 5

Hold down “Lock” and “Unlock” on the remote at the same time for 13 seconds.

Step 6

Watch the DIC, as it will read “Fob Learned” when the programming is accepted for that remote. Repeat "Step 8" to program a second Fob, if desired.

If that does not work, open up the fobs and check for cold/broken solder joints on the PCB
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The broken solder joints was my issue. You may need a magnifying glass to check.
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Thanks
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Originally Posted by sah1518
I just bought my first vet, a C5, 1999. Both of my remotes are not working and they have new batteries in the remotes, any suggestions on the cause?
This video I made shows the broken solder connection on my friend's C5 remote. I didn't repair it in this video but thought it might help you find the problem.
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Old Sep 23, 2022 | 11:14 AM
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Thank you sir and I have ordered two new remotes...
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