minkuya

Aloha everyone,

With gas prices rising to no end, I knew it was time for me to sell my Tahoe and go back to an Audi. After many weeks of searching, I finally found the perfect A4. Not an easy task when you're living on an island with a limited supply of high-quality "pre-owned" vehicles.

I've been a fan of this site since 1996... when it was called Jet's A4 pages. I was a daily visitor then and contributed my fair share when I could. Now I'm back, many years later, with my "new" pre-owned B6. That being said, I'm looking forward to contributing to the site and being a part of the Audiworld "Ohana."

Michael
Honoulu, HI

2004
A4 1.8T
Brilliant Red
Revo Stage 1
purchased 6/28/08 with 37k miles
(otherwise completely stock...for now!)

Past Vehicles
2007 Chevy Tahoe (Black/Tan)
2003 GMC Yukon Denali XL (Black/Black)
2001 Audi A4 1.8TQM (Black/Black)
1998 BMW 528i 5spd Manual (Black/Black)
1990 VW Corrado (Tornado Red/Black)

<a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/mmwhang/Audi/photo#5217579438967227122"><img src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/mmwhang/SGiQ2xcGAvI/AAAAAAAABjQ/lSXmdJtTPn8/s144/Picture%20003.jpg" /></a>

minkuya

I've already got my first question for the B6 community. This one pertains to the programming of the security system key fob.

When I purchased the car two days ago, I was given two key fobs. One was working, the other was not. I figured all that needed to be done was a battery change. However, after changing out the batteries (on both), now neither will work (buttons on key fobs that is). Keep in mind that these are two original keys and key fobs that came with the vehicle (not acquired post-purchase from eBay).

After two hours of searching this forum and trying every possible method posted online (including posts on Audizine), I've still been unable to get my key fobs to work.

Some key facts to consider:
My car has the immobilizer option.
My car will start and run continuously (so I know that keys and ignition work)
My car is a 2004 A4 B6 1.8T (if that makes any difference)
I've tried the key in ignition, lock the car from outside, press unlock button method... to no avail.
I've tried the key in ignition, other key in trunk... etc... to no avail.

Any specific instructions for this particular model/vehicle?

Mahalo in advance!

Michael
Honolulu, HI

initialA4

If so...insert the key into the ignition, turn it on the on position and press the lock/unlock button. It should work....

JimmyC83

Aloha!

minkuya

...the two security system fobs (all three buttons) that accompany both keys are inoperable. No response from any button before, during, or after attempting any of the methods mentioned in my earlier post. However, I haven't tried your procedure yet. I'll give this a try today and give you all an update. Man, I hope this works.

hehateme

I've been around since 2000. Forum has changed quite a bit but this particular Audi forum remains the most civilized/helpful car message board I've ever taken part in. Welcome back!

minkuya

Of course I remember a4.org. I remember the transition. It was a big deal from what I remember. It was an exciting time for the Jason's "website" and for the growing Audi online community. It was a very special time because there were so few of us diehard Audi fans at the time. Now look how far we've all come.

Anyway, mahalo for the warm welcome!

MarkChai

Make sure the battery isn't upside down as well if you continue to have problems.

MikTip

Before that 2003 GMC Yukon Denali XL

and then a 2001 Audi A4 1.8TQM...

Your AudiWorld account number is brand new!

How's all that equate to "Old School?"

hehateme

Well not many even remember Jet's page and a4.org.