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Are the remote entry keys waterproof?

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Old 11-24-03, 05:06 PM
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I was just wondering- are the remote keys on the 90-94 LS400 waterproof? The previous owner of my car had let crud build up in the channel of the key and want to know if I would be able to wash it, without destroying the remote system in the key. Thanks.
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Or here is another way of putting it - Have you ever had your remote key under water and if so, did it ever work again? LOL

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Originally posted by Shaffer
Or here is another way of putting it - Have you ever had your remote key under water and if so, did it ever work again?
LOL LOL!!!!!! that question was dummy proof hahahha
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i wouldnt wash the plastic end - that is where the circuit board is. Maybe use a toothbrush to clean metal key part if it has crud on it....

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Thanks. I was hoping it would be waterproof like some watches- wishful thinking. I could take a paper towel and put a little alcohol on the towel and try to get it out. It is just inside the crevis on the key teeth. It is more irritating than anything.
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There should be a little screw where you can take the plastic peice apart and clean it. Just a FYI but I wouldn't try this at home. I jumped in a swimming pool with mine one time and the sensor didn't work. And after a few days (dried out) it worked again. But like I said, I wouldn't try it, I think I just got lucky.
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how long do you look at your keys to even care how clean they are? they are freaking keys
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