cannot program remote key if door actuator bad?
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cannot program remote key if door actuator bad?
Need help programming the remote door lock/unlock on the new remote key I got. (Ignition programming already done and working)
Because of the door lock actuator problem, dealer cannot program the remote. 3 out of 5 on/off pressing on the door button on the driver door, results in stucked door lock(didnt move). Hence they said remote cannot be programmed.
I saw the remote programming instruction calls for pressing door button 5 times.
Is it true that a new remote key cannot be programmed for door lock/unlock because of driver door actuator problem?
No other workaround(say if I manually flip the door lock to lock/unlock position every time it stucks)?
The ignition portion of the programming works so I can start the car ok with the new key.
Thanks.
Because of the door lock actuator problem, dealer cannot program the remote. 3 out of 5 on/off pressing on the door button on the driver door, results in stucked door lock(didnt move). Hence they said remote cannot be programmed.
I saw the remote programming instruction calls for pressing door button 5 times.
Is it true that a new remote key cannot be programmed for door lock/unlock because of driver door actuator problem?
No other workaround(say if I manually flip the door lock to lock/unlock position every time it stucks)?
The ignition portion of the programming works so I can start the car ok with the new key.
Thanks.
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In last few years, there has been an after-market door lock actuator for first gen RX. The motor replacement has been a well established fix for the RX and GS.
Note for readers: A new remote necessitates re-programming. Please do not go into reprogramming without confirming the hardware is functioning properly. Also there are tow different programs for a) remote lock/unlock and b) registering a key. Tread with caution.
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2002 Lexus RX300 Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions (programyourremote.com)
I don't think the actuator makes it fail.
Use finger to manually move lock if you think it matters.
I don't think the actuator makes it fail.
Use finger to manually move lock if you think it matters.
Last edited by Australian; Jun 14, 2023 at 01:27 AM.
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