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Old 04-04-2006, 02:55 PM
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To unlock my 98 Z28 with the remote, I have to be fairly close to it. (One or two car-lengths). Anyone know a way to increase that length?
Old 04-04-2006, 03:07 PM
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Supposed to work up to about 30' in clear weather - how old is the battery? You can also try resynchronization:

Stand close to vehicle
Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for about 8 seconds
The door locks should cycle and the interior lamps should flash

If that doesn't happen you may need a new battery for the remote or have to reprogram it.
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Battery in the remote is most likely running low.
Old 04-05-2006, 10:46 PM
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This may sound crazy, but try this to pick up a bit more distance from the re-action of your remote with your car. Place the remote against your chin and then press the lock or the unlock button on the remote. I have found that by doing this, I can unlock my cars doors almost double the distance from the car than I can just by pressing the button. Place the remote against your chin and give it a try.
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TRUE FACT: Get on your cell phone and this increases your range by alot! The cell phone will transmit your remote entry really far. Try it out, call a buddy and while on the phone hit your remote.




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