2003 Jeep Cherokee remote key

2003 JEEP CHEROKEE
112,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DAVID BELARDI
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I have trouble getting the remote to work to lock and unlock the car unless I am right next to the car. Even then sometimes it takes 2-3 times an the button.
Just replaced batteries. not the problem.
Where is the receiver unit in the car? and can that be the problem?
Thanks, DB
Nov 9, 2009 at 11:49 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the batteries are new, why don't you try resetting the FOB.

Here are the directions. LEt me know if it helps.


https://www.2carpros.com/how_to/how_to_reprogram_key_remote_fob.htm
Nov 10, 2009 at 5:07 AM
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DAVID BELARDI
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I have a manual. I will try it out. I'll let you know how it works. Thanks guys
Nov 10, 2009 at 6:29 AM
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