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iago_sucks - 02 May 2005 17:21 GMT

I have a 2003 X-type and the remote was destroyedin the washing
machine(but it's nice and clean). The dealer wants $300 to replace and
reprogram. I know they are available on ebay but can it be programmed
at home, and if so how?

Thanks,

Don

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muzz - 02 May 2005 20:56 GMT

Yes - isn't that a real rip-off? You can get a 10 function TV remote
anywhere for about $20 but Jaguar charges $275 for one that only
accomplishes 4 functions. I had to replace my XJ8 remotes, and
decided I could do with one - $550 for 2? Give me a break!!!!!
I love my XJ8, but some things are a little too much to take.

>I have a 2003 X-type and the remote was destroyedin the washing
>machine(but it's nice and clean). The dealer wants $300 to replace and
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>Don

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Richard Wall - 02 May 2005 22:47 GMT

Yes but you are happy if your TV remote operates your neighbours TV, but its
not the same if you can open his car ! Bought a remote for £25 and
programming for my XK8 is easy. The XJ8 is the same, cheaper in the US.
X-type remotes are also available on e-bay and a little effort should net
you the programming instructions.

> Yes - isn't that a real rip-off? You can get a 10 function TV remote
> anywhere for about $20 but Jaguar charges $275 for one that only
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>>Don

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lotsocrap2002@hotmail.com - 21 May 2005 03:56 GMT

Check eBay. I picked up the remote portion for $5. Also, even though
no one seems to say this, you can use the older S Type remote (00-02).
I like this one better with a plain key as it still is smaller than the
huge X-type key with remote. I gave the key to my Jag dealer the other
day when I left it for service and he was amazed it works. Shows how
much they know at the dealership.

As to programming the remote, follow these directions:

To program a key fob insert the key and turn to position I. Turn the
key to position II and back to I (repeat four times) and you should
hear a confirmation tone. Turn the key all the way back and remove. Now
press any button on the key fobs to be added and you should hear a
confirmation tone. This has been tested and works on my vehicle.

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