Keyless entry issues - driving me mad - Page 2

chrisrixy · Oct 3rd, 2019, 09:14

Mine is doing exactly the same with the keyless - but no other sensus issues.

I've replaced the remote battery but that seems to result in no change. Can walk around the car and takes a while before it suddenly will open. Trying the handles or pressing the button has no effect until it suddenly works. So far it always opens - but can be concerning if you think the key has died completely.

Once woken up it seems to work OK for the rest of the day...

Also getting the 'no key' message even when key is clearly sitting in the cup holder between the seats.

Both normal keys show this - I've not tried the 'active key' - so maybe will try that.

Due a service soon so will mention it then.

familymangreg · Oct 3rd, 2019, 10:27

Never experienced any issues lie this. My keyless pretty much works faultlessly, and although many may not like the feature, particularly in light of security concerns, I wouldn't personally want another new car without it.

The only time it started 'playing' up a little for me was after about 2.5 - 3 years when the key fob batteries started running low. It would sometimes not unlock immediately after touching the handle and you would have to hold the key a little closer to the car. A quick battery change solved this. I don't use the sport fob very often, other than when we're out walking, kayaking etc, and that is working fine still after 3.5 years.

If I had to guess, mrlossyman is maybe a bigger issue, perhaps a faulty hardware module. Would certainly try the battery reset.

chrisrixy, does yours do it in all locations, or just when the car is parked in a specific location, could it be interference?

:wq

mrlossyman · Oct 3rd, 2019, 10:43

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Originally Posted by familymangreg

Never experienced any issues lie this. My keyless pretty much works faultlessly, and although many may not like the feature, particularly in light of security concerns, I wouldn't personally want another new car without it.

The only time it started 'playing' up a little for me was after about 2.5 - 3 years when the key fob batteries started running low. It would sometimes not unlock immediately after touching the handle and you would have to hold the key a little closer to the car. A quick battery change solved this. I don't use the sport fob very often, other than when we're out walking, kayaking etc, and that is working fine still after 3.5 years.

If I had to guess, mrlossyman is maybe a bigger issue, perhaps a faulty hardware module. Would certainly try the battery reset.

chrisrixy, does yours do it in all locations, or just when the car is parked in a specific location, could it be interference?

:wq

Mine has worked flawlessly for 3 years. This stared a couple of weeks ago and seems to be getting worse. It seems I'm not the only one though! The other example is pretty much exactly the same, the system comes to life but after a minute or two goes to sleep and doesn't work again.

Really hacked off!

mrlossyman · Oct 3rd, 2019, 10:47

What's the 'active key'?

familymangreg · Oct 3rd, 2019, 11:07

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Originally Posted by mrlossyman

What's the 'active key'?

I have 3 keys, 2 standard keys with buttons, and a third activity key which has no buttons and only works as a keyless unit, its smaller, waterproof and only lives as long as it battery lasts, as the battery cannot be replaced*.

* some users on this forum have successfully used a blade to open the key, replace the battery and then glued back together. Assume they it can't be guaranteed to be waterproof, but can still be used as a third key if you prefer to carry around the smaller unit.

:wq

James77 · Oct 3rd, 2019, 11:12

My car is getting on for a year old. Twice in the last month the key not recognised sign has popped up but this was after getting in, starting and driving off with no issue. I just asumed the battery was getting a little low.

Maybe its the start of this issue?!

gaby · Oct 3rd, 2019, 11:46

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Originally Posted by mrlossyman

https://youtu.be/vLJoKLrhUqE

Video of fault in action.

Definitely not ok!
Does it happen evrywhere, or just in a few locations?
Is it possible to unlock the boot?

mrlossyman · Oct 3rd, 2019, 14:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by gaby

Definitely not ok!
Does it happen evrywhere, or just in a few locations?
Is it possible to unlock the boot?

Everywhere...

gaby · Oct 3rd, 2019, 16:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrlossyman

Everywhere...

The boot also?

chrisrixy · Oct 3rd, 2019, 17:52

I tried the 'activity' key and the car unlocked fine - but there again it does sometimes..

When not working it is just as in the video posted. Concerning when the spare key is miles away! Also a concern when driving along and it suddenly decides you have no key.

Although I put a new battery in one of the remotes - I'm going to replace them both with shop new batteries, rather than the 'new' one I had in a drawer (still in packet) that may be years old.

My car is 3 years old next month so maybe just that is how long the batteries last.. If all new batteries don't fix it then it's due a service soon so I'll ask.

When it happens it can be anywhere - although usually after the car has been unused for 24 hours or so..

Oct 3rd, 2019, 10:27	#12
familymangreg Premier Member Last Online: Apr 14th, 2024 21:17 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: York	Never experienced any issues lie this. My keyless pretty much works faultlessly, and although many may not like the feature, particularly in light of security concerns, I wouldn't personally want another new car without it. The only time it started 'playing' up a little for me was after about 2.5 - 3 years when the key fob batteries started running low. It would sometimes not unlock immediately after touching the handle and you would have to hold the key a little closer to the car. A quick battery change solved this. I don't use the sport fob very often, other than when we're out walking, kayaking etc, and that is working fine still after 3.5 years. If I had to guess, mrlossyman is maybe a bigger issue, perhaps a faulty hardware module. Would certainly try the battery reset. chrisrixy, does yours do it in all locations, or just when the car is parked in a specific location, could it be interference? :wq __________________ MY21 XC90 B5D R-Design Pro, Pine Grey + blonde, all options except 3rd row aircon and nubuck headlining. Prev: XC90 D5 PP, Osmium + Charcoal + Metal Mesh. 4C air, Xenium + BLIS, Winter + HUD, Family, Tow bar, Sub, CarPlay

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James77 Senior Member Last Online: Yesterday 08:16 Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Fleet	My car is getting on for a year old. Twice in the last month the key not recognised sign has popped up but this was after getting in, starting and driving off with no issue. I just asumed the battery was getting a little low. Maybe its the start of this issue?! __________________ MY19 Volvo XC60 T5 AWD, Fusion Red, Blonde Leather, Dark Tints, 19inch wheels on summers, 18inch ALUTEC on winters.

Oct 3rd, 2019, 09:14	#11
chrisrixy Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:42 Join Date: May 2010 Location: inverness	Mine is doing exactly the same with the keyless - but no other sensus issues. I've replaced the remote battery but that seems to result in no change. Can walk around the car and takes a while before it suddenly will open. Trying the handles or pressing the button has no effect until it suddenly works. So far it always opens - but can be concerning if you think the key has died completely. Once woken up it seems to work OK for the rest of the day... Also getting the 'no key' message even when key is clearly sitting in the cup holder between the seats. Both normal keys show this - I've not tried the 'active key' - so maybe will try that. Due a service soon so will mention it then.

Oct 3rd, 2019, 17:52	#20
chrisrixy Member Last Online: Yesterday 22:42 Join Date: May 2010 Location: inverness	I tried the 'activity' key and the car unlocked fine - but there again it does sometimes.. When not working it is just as in the video posted. Concerning when the spare key is miles away! Also a concern when driving along and it suddenly decides you have no key. Although I put a new battery in one of the remotes - I'm going to replace them both with shop new batteries, rather than the 'new' one I had in a drawer (still in packet) that may be years old. My car is 3 years old next month so maybe just that is how long the batteries last.. If all new batteries don't fix it then it's due a service soon so I'll ask. When it happens it can be anywhere - although usually after the car has been unused for 24 hours or so..

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