Remote not working properly

[viclove]

Hi lately the locking and unlocking using the remote has not always worked. At the moment I can lock the car using the key lock and used to be able unlocking doing same but now won't unlock this way. When I unlock using the remote it doesn't always work first go I have replaced the battery in the remote. Toyota want to charge $280 to do a diagnostic check as it could be more than just replacing the remote particularly because the key lock won't work to open the doors what do others think 

[Baxter190388]

I recall seeing a video a while back about the keyfobs internal contacts not making proper contact with the battery so it would only work intermittently depending on battery orientation/luck. Might be worth having a look inside and bending back any contacts that look like they may not have a strong connection to the battery. 

EDIT: Oh just noticed you mentioned it locks but may not unlock, My idea might not be a solution to that issue. Could be worth a look for free though. 

Edited August 4, 2024 by Baxter190388

[L4WL3SS]

I'm guessing door lock actuator, but which one? Any of them that are faulty can prevent the rest from operating. At least that's how other cars I've driven work.

Just take to Toyota. $280 is crazy though.😳

[viclove]

On 8/5/2024 at 7:42 AM, L4WL3SS said:

I'm guessing door lock actuator, but which one? Any of them that are faulty can prevent the rest from operating. At least that's how other cars I've driven work.

Just take to Toyota. $280 is crazy though.😳

The problem was the was worn had the problem used by an excellent locksmith I Richmond NSW. New key and coding and the new clicker for entry etc total $280

[L4WL3SS]

What was the problem?

[Tony Prodigy]

On 1/9/2025 at 3:32 PM, L4WL3SS said:

What was the problem?

Guessing it was the fob. I haven't had a close look at mine, but if it uses those tiny tactile switches, then for sure they will play up after some years of service.

Thankfully for me, owning a 50 series Aurion, it is keyless entry so you don't have to press any buttons to access the car. 

Even though the fob has the buttons, you almost never have to use them. I keep my fob wrapped and sealed in a water tight plastic protector to help preserve it from wear and tear, dust and potential drop damage, so you can see I never need to press buttons which is great.