Key fob signal really weak

[ticker]

Don't know if this is a common problem or not, but it's super annoying. To activate the alarm/doorlocks with the key fob, I have to practically stand next to the truck. With my old WD 21 I could be in the house with the doors shut and it would still work. I changed the battery in the fob, but nothing changed. Anybody have this problem, or know how to fix. I know this is a minor problem but it bothers me every day, especially when I find the doors unlocked because I was in a rush to get into the house.

[BowTied]

Test the new battery to be sure it wasn't on the shelf for 3 years and is dead.

 

Also, are you sure you have the correct battery? cr2025 3V

 

Failing that, new remotes are cheap on ebay for most models.

 

 

EDIT - I forget that the pre 02s have a different remote, so that battery number may not be right for you.

Edited December 6, 2008 by BowTied

[DTE]

I'm having the same problem, most of the time now it won't even work if i'm standing directly next to the truck! i've changed batteries twice.

 

I do know that sometimes the truck can 'forget' the signal code coming from the remotes. I can't seem to get the re-programing procedure for R-50s to work on my 2001. Maybe it has changed, maybe i need to give it another couple tries.

[ticker]

Battery is fine, I actually tried more than one. Mine always works its just a matter of proximity. I would imagine if it "forgot" the signal it wouldn't work at all. I'd be interested in wether other R50 owners have a similar problem. Can a Fob wear out?

[HitTheTrails]

The FOB on my 240sx had a really weak signal, changed the battery and still weak. I had to use the FOB when I was standing right next to the car. So yeah, I think they can wear out...