If the vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft alarm system, you must insert the key into the ignition lock and switch the ignition on within 15 seconds after unlocking the door in order to deactivate the anti-theft alarm system. The alarm is triggered if the ignition is not switched on within 15 seconds. Locking the vehicle with the key But the remote key can also stop working due to worn buttons, poor battery contact, water damage, defective key fob, receiver module issues, signal interference, dead 12 volt battery, and unpaired key requiring reprogramming. 1. Dead battery in key fob. Dead battery is the leading cause of key fob not working in Rapid. Community Partner. As above, my central locking won't work with my fob. I have changed the battery, tried to hold the unlock button down whilst ignition on 1. Its the only key I have which is a pain. I have searched here and goggle and can't find a definitive answer So simple questions 1) Is there a simple way to r Gremling said: Hi, just to clarify your statement "My Skoda Superb 3 central lock does not unlock front passenger door. Locking working." Does it not unlock at all, what if you open lock from inside, or is it that You need to use key to unlock (if possible). There is an issue with some Audi driver door locks, that starts to misbehave. Turn ignition switch to position 0 and remove key. Within 1 minute: Press and hold key lock button. Press unlock button 5 times. Remote control should now operate system. If not: Repeat procedure. Programming When Key remote control added or replaced. System malfunction. How Keys can only be programmed using diagnostic equipment. Posted on Feb 1) Its really cold out there - cold is a battery killer. 2) DO NOT HANDLE THE BATTERIES WITH YOUR HANDS - this will cause a short and may kill the batteries. 3) Look at the electrical connector at the side and also at the bottom. If the connector is not fully touching the battery, it won't work. Model: 2010 Octavia vrs race blue. Posted 19 February, 2013. You may have already tried but Put key in ignition and turn ignition on. Then click the lock button it should reset and lock then unlock straight away. Had this happen when the button has been pressed too many times when out of range. I had this also- press unlock on your remote for 2 secs I.e not long enough to open the windows. This should reset the function. Then press and hold lock as usual to fold the mirrors. Posted 12 December, 2010. I think also the switch may need to be in the L position for them to do that, does effect some models. Key with Fob. In case you own a key with an external fob and lose the fob, you can get inside your car using the key. Alternatively, if you lose the key, you can call a locksmith. In the worst case, if you lose both the key and the fob, you can still call a locksmith and get going with the key. You can buy a fob later on. Mazda 3 2006 remote key fob stopped working after battery died and there was just clicking sound when I was trying to start the engine. Battery is now replaced and charged and everything works apart f … jhaVjA.