TAFFYJENKS

Apologies if this has been posted before.I have researched various forums and cant get a direct answer. I have a smartkey that is not recognised by my car.This occured shortly after a battery change.The key will work in the dock and start the car but is otherwise unrecognised and will not lock doors etc. I have been to auto electricians who told me the key is not emitting any signal so has to go to Jaguar. Today I took it to my Jaguar dealer who were not in the slightest bit helpful.They told me that I must have a diagnostic check which is £169 plus vat per hour and it is likely that I will need two new smart keys at £600 the pair.When I picked myself up off the floor I politely declined their offer. Is there any other way around this problem that would not bankrupt me? All suggestions greatly appreciated . Regards Tony

Hi.Just joined this forum and would like some help with a problem. A couple of weeks ago I was on holiday when I got a message on my dash.Smart key not recognised.This was followed by a smart key battery low.Then it would not recognise the key at all.Placed it in the smart key dock and car started straight away.I then changed the smart key battery and strolled confidently to my car.NOTHING!! I continued starting it via the dock until I got home and located my spare smartkey.All working fine. I visited my local auto locksmith who tested the remote and said it was not sending any signal whatsoever.all battery connections seem to be fine.Can anyone help? regards Tony Jenkins