BOTH key fobs quit working @ same time and wont even turn in ignition

2003 MERCEDES BENZ S500
81,000 MILES
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DELANIEA
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2003 Mercedes e 500 So car wont start. Any ideas? Pulled car into garage, everything fine, next morning, fob opened trunk, but can't get ignition to turn. Now fob won't unlock, lock or open trunk, but most devastating, won't turn/start.
Oct 3, 2011 at 12:53 AM
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RIVERMIKERAT
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Find out from the dealership if there is a replaceable battery in the keyfob.
Oct 3, 2011 at 12:57 AM
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It could also be the receiver in the vehicle.
Oct 3, 2011 at 12:58 AM
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