I thought it was the battery but after having it replaced my remote key still does nothing to lock or unlock. The key blinks red when I press a button but no response from the car.
No other electrical issues though.
Unfortunately it’s the last remote key, the other is lost for good, so I can’t do further testing.
Might it have to be reprogrammed after a battery change?
Have you read your manual to see what it says about re-synching the remote?
The manual suggested lock and remote could be out of synch but the remedy - press button once for one second then lock/unlock - didn’t have any effect.
I Have Found The Folks At The Keyless Ride Company To Be Very Helpful. They Sell RKE Transmitters And Keys, But Offer Help, Too. You Might Want To Call Them.
I have ordered from them, twice, online. They give good, quick service at a good price.
Here’s their link that includes a toll-free phone number. You can try and look up your remote on their site, also.
CSA
Thanks, good idea. Remote keys from the VW dealer are otherworldly expensive ($260 for the remote and $160 for the valet key).