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Remote control key needing reset?

Key with a remote control fell in the water. I dried out the key, changed the battery and it's still not working - I need to open the car manually with key as the remote is not working.

Asked on 17 January 2011 by keith72

Answered by Honest John
# Keycard and remote repairs for Renaults, Citroens, most makes: www.keyrepair.co.uk;
# Keys - Remotes for Nissans: How to programme them yourself www.nissanprimera.net
# Keys and Locksmiths: Specialist auto locksmiths who can copy programme electronic keys and keyfobs. www.morganlocks.com; www.theautolocksmith.co.uk; www.autolocksmiths.net; www.pots-of-gold.co.uk www.key2lock.co.uk
# Keyfob repairs and reprogramming: www.metasystem.co.uk
# Keyfob and key repairs for Vauxhalls: www.martinimber.co.uk/keyfob.htm
# Keyfob transponder key manufacturer: www.88qc.com ; www.tztdsy.com
# Key Remote reprogramming: www.alarmremotes.co.uk; www.remotekey.co.uk
# Keyfob Remote DIY reprogramming: Tells you how to do it yourself www.advanced-diagnostics.co.uk
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