+1 you can't bypass the dealer with the S Type.

 

That's too bad
I was wondering if there is any chance to have flip-blade key within a reasonable budget...
My first approach was to program an used key, but it seems it's too expensive.
Seems the only remaining approach is this: cgi.ebay.co.uk/180841782695 (unfortunately it's not an genuine case, but at least a little nicer that having key and fob in 2 pieces).

 

Ok, I jut stumbled across this detailed programming instruction for the s type key fob. Hopefully it will save you having to pay the dealer to do the same thing. (Btw, notice how absurdly different the procedures are for the same car depending on the region):
Programming or pairing a new remote Key fob for the S Type is a little more of a problem than the X Type, it very much depends on the system fitted. If the keyfob has only three buttons it is likely that the process for the X Type will fail to work, other methods are slightly different is as follows:-
Should this fail after 2-3 attempts, then it is likely that the fob will need to be re-programmed by Jaguar.


1.) I would recommended that you ensure all key fobs are fitted with new batteries.



S-Type Remote Control Programming (Procedure 1)

2.) Ensure Drivers door & boot is open.
3.) Hold high beam switch towards you.
4.) Insert key in ignition and turn to accessory position .
5.) Release high beam switch.
6.) Pull & release high beam switch 4 times slowly.
7.) Listen for chime.
8.) Press lock button on each remote to be programmed.
9.) Listen for chime.
10.) Ignition off.
11.) Close & open door.
12.) Test remotes.


S-Type Remote Control Programming (Procedure 2)

2.) Turn ignition from O to II four times.
3.) A chime will be heard.
4.) Press the button on each remote that requires programming.
5.) Switch ignition OFF.
6.) Test each remote control.


S-Type Remote Control Programming (Procedure 3) (USA MODEL PROCEDURE)

2.) Open the vehicle trunk.
3.) Turn ignition only to 2nd notch/accessory (do not start)
4.) Toggle your valet switch 4-5 times till you hear a chime (this indicates the vehicle is now in learn mode)
5.) Hold your remote button till lights flash and car will chirp once more to let you know remote has been set.
6.) Repeat Step 5 for all remotes.


S-Type Remote Control Programming (Procedure 4) (UK Variant)

2.) Get in the car and close the drivers side door.
3.) Put the key into the ignition and turn to position 0.
4.) Wait 5 seconds.
5.) Turn the key quickly to position II then back to 0 four times.
within 6 seconds (do this only once)
6.) You should hear a single chime.
7.) Remove the Key.
8.) For each Key fob in rapid succession. Press and hold the Boot (Trunk) release, lock or unlock button on the key fob you wish to pair, you should hear a chime as each Key fob is paired with the security system. After the chime repeat the process on the next Key fob you wish to pair.
9.) On compleation after all keys have been programed, wait 3 minutes then check the operation of each Key fob by locking/unlocking the vehicle.

Important Note :-All the fobs that you wish to use Must be paired at the same time. Every time you operate the key as in step 5 above the code will be changed, previously programmed fobs will no longer work unless you pair them all at the same time.

 

So now we need a guinea pig?
Where did you find the procedures?

 

Has anybody found out if these work. I need to get a second key made and it would be a lot cheaper if I can reprogram the keys myself.

 

I've seen that procedure used on youtube.

 

On an S Type? Do you have a link?

 

I have looked on you tube and have not been able to find any vids for the s type but on another forum I found an interesting thread that had a pdf file which tells how to use the sdd program to program the keys when you only have one.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/8a9mfpn96cnjiy5/Jaguar%20Key%20Fob%202001%20to%202009%20Facts%20Al l%20You%20Need%20to%20Know.doc

 

Here is a link to the way that the Sadr program was used on a x type to program a second key http://www.jaguarforum.com/showthread.php?t=72618

 

That link seems to use SDD i.e. the official Jaguar tool. (You would rather hope it works...)

 

That's the program. I hate these tablets with the spelling correction.

 

Sorry. Tried the earlier sequence and did not work. Ended up having to reset it at the dealers. Took them about 15 minutes once hooked up to the CPU.

 

So has anyone successfully programmed the buttons on an s-type key fob? My key fob was working, but not all of the buttons were. I thought maybe the battery was going, so I replaced it. While it was open it was apparent that the rubber nubs under 2 of the buttons (that press the microswitches) were just about worn away.

After replacing the battery, NONE of the buttons worked. Picked up another fob off ebay, hoping I could just swap the button ends with my programmed key (which is still working fine). None of the methods seem to be working. Is there a fuse which controls the remote receiver? Wondering if that could have gone, as the battery wasn't out of the remote very long. I'd hate to get stuck paying a huge programming fee just for changing a remote battery.

The high beam version won't work as with the door open, there's a constant chiming with the key in the ignition, so you'd never hear anything else. The version (procedure 2) where you turn it from 1 to 2 and back 4 times DOES produce a chime, but nothing happens when I press any of the buttons on the remotes. Haven't tried 3 or 4 yet, but I'll give them a shot in the AM...

 

I can attest to having tried 3 different mentods of self-programming and in the end none of them worked. Dealer had to do it via a laptop hook up. Took 15 minutes. Hope this helps

 

Dealer / OE tool only - if reprogramming is needed, which it would not normally be.

 

Option 1 key fob $700
Option 2 two to dealer and they take ~550 to remove seats
Option 3 follow instruction to get your keys back on your own- $0 spent.....somewhow (AAA can do it) you need to open the doors first.

1) take out the portion of the seal on the rear door flange-pull it out
2) take the lower trim -push in to disengage the clip
3) remove the side cushion of rear seat- rotate the clip down to disengage it at the small latch ring
4) remove rear cushion- simple plastic clips to be disengaged from bottom edge of the cushion- rotate the clip to disengage
5) remove the lower mounting bolts of the rear seat back
6) take a j-hook (make it somehow) about 2-2.5 feet long and a but stiff like metal or wood
7) lie on the rear seat cushion and lift the rear seat back from bottom, now you see the trunk opening-follow step 9
8) consider doing this on the 60% side of the rear seat back and not the 40% of the seat back
9) while you lie on the cushion ask someone to show the torch inside the trunk
10) insert the rod/hook in your hand to push the seat back release knob rearwards- this should disengage the rear seat 60% back totally
11) you can pull the keys now from your trunk or easily crowl inside
My inside trunk safty lever was broken otherwise I might have used that easily.
I thank to the dealers who did not call me back yet..
All money saved is yours