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key fob remote control for ford focus 2002 not working?

hiya, the remote control on my keyfob no longer works. i have tried a new battery but nothing... i have also tried resetting the key fob using the following:-

1. Insert a key and turn it to position 2 (dashboard lights come on BUT do not start car!!!) four times in 6 seconds
2. Switch off the ignition - a tone should sound to indicate it is now possible to program keys
3. Press any button on key - a tone should sound as confirmation
4. Switch ignition to position 2 OR wait for 10 seconds to elapse after last key programming

however at number 3 when i press any button on the key i do not hear a tone....and it still doesnt work....

does anyone have any more ideas?

regards jonny
Jonny Ross, May 2008
2002 focus key fob fix

dead easy fix....
replace better if needed (most times they last 2yrs)
open the black key by using a flat blade very small electricians type screwdriver , take away the key blade.
now open the key fob part,
CHECK that the circuit board (where the 3 buttons) is fixed tightly to the fob , if like mine it had come away in one corner, as i found when pressing a button the circuit board was moving so it was hardly making a connection,,
my simple fix was.....
i gently lifted the gold pins up very slightly...

using a bit of paper and masking tape made a 5mm x 5mm lump and placed it next to where the circuit board was loose - fixed with masking tape ( note * keep away from the contacts) which enabled the fob buttons to connect perfect without moving when pressing .

put key back together

check all secure

result...
Perfect !!!!!! it works amazing ..

not saying this will cure your problem ,,,, but worth a quick look

i had read so many forums saying change battery , unplug green blue wire at samsung unit, reset key,,buy new key etc etc
and it was a 2 minute fix,, all it was - the circuit board had come away slightly in 1 corner ,,,,so when pressed - - it was not making connection unless you practically stamped on the button...
as usual its a cheap key design ,, probably a sneaky ford trick again to get you in and embessle your hard earned cash ...

key tricks for the novice...when outside the vehicle and engine is Off

to close windows outside the car .. hold down lock and wait a few seconds

to open on a 'hot summers day before entering'.... hold open for a few seconds

sen kesh, February 2011
Remove the fuse feeding the Remote Locking for 5 minutes, then replace it. This should "reboot" the system . If you don`t know which fuse , MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE THE CORRECT RADIO SECURITY CODE then remove the battery lead for 5 minutes instead ...Replace it, then enter the code into the radio to unlock it.

RegWorts, May 2008
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