Hi all, so factory fob #2 is now taking a crap, this is the second one that's gone bad (and yes, I've cleaned the terminals, replaced batteries, etc.) My 2011 (3.6L) is no longer recognizing the fob when I approach the vehicle so keyless entry doesn't work by either method (using the door handle OR pushing the button to unlock on the fob). Keyless remote start doesn't work, either. The dealer wants $180 for a new fob and $150 to reprogram it. (gag)
Because I'm not ready to give it up for the replacement fob, what I've been doing is using the hard key inside the fob to unlock the door, but the problem with this method is that when I open the door, it sets off the alarm (anti-theft system). I have to rush to put the fob into the ignition and start the car in order to silence the alarm. Obviously, this is a pain in the ass and I feel like a tool every time I set it off.
Is there any way to temporarily disable the theft system so that the horn doesn't start blaring every time I manually unlock the door? It's not an option in my system settings on the dash. Thanks for any help.
Because I'm not ready to give it up for the replacement fob, what I've been doing is using the hard key inside the fob to unlock the door, but the problem with this method is that when I open the door, it sets off the alarm (anti-theft system). I have to rush to put the fob into the ignition and start the car in order to silence the alarm. Obviously, this is a pain in the ass and I feel like a tool every time I set it off.
Is there any way to temporarily disable the theft system so that the horn doesn't start blaring every time I manually unlock the door? It's not an option in my system settings on the dash. Thanks for any help.