2008 Jag XKR - Key FOB programming-New battery
#21
05-05-2017, 04:19 PM
I had the battery out of mine for probably 45 minutes once. I took it apart to see what it was like inside and dropped the battery. Sort of forgot about it and left it open on the counter for a bit and finally picked it up and reinstalled it. It worked perfectly fine and still does over a year later.
I was skeptical of the answer given by the Dealer, but had to believe it in lieu of a better answer. Now, my thought is that the FOB is not communicating via RF or Wireless, but is ok when inserted, as it makes a contact.
I see a lot of programming ideas for XKR 2007 and prior, but none for 2008 and later. Hope someone has figured this out. Thanks
#22
05-05-2017, 06:15 PM
Veteran Member
I was skeptical of the answer given by the Dealer, but had to believe it in lieu of a better answer. Now, my thought is that the FOB is not communicating via RF or Wireless, but is ok when inserted, as it makes a contact.
I see a lot of programming ideas for XKR 2007 and prior, but none for 2008 and later. Hope someone has figured this out. Thanks
I see a lot of programming ideas for XKR 2007 and prior, but none for 2008 and later. Hope someone has figured this out. Thanks
#23
05-05-2017, 08:38 PM
I had the battery out of mine for probably 45 minutes once. I took it apart to see what it was like inside and dropped the battery. Sort of forgot about it and left it open on the counter for a bit and finally picked it up and reinstalled it. It worked perfectly fine and still does over a year later.
I have tried different battery. It works when inserted into the slot but no RF and wireless function. I have to believe the dealer's version of the answer, not knowing otherwise. But I accept the users on this forum for their word, because they are more credible than any Dealer.
What I cannot find is the instructions to program the FOB for 2008 XKR and later models, but plenty for 2007 and prior. What changed in 2008?
As a new owner and after driving the 2008 XKR, my 96 VandenPlas seems like sluggish truck trying it's best to pick up speed. My daughter is betting the the 96 won't last too long with me. Let's see. I love Jag's too much.
#24
05-05-2017, 11:34 PM
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#25
05-07-2017, 10:41 AM
My dealer here wont accept any non-by-them-ordered keys.. so I'll have to put in the cash for my spare 
..
also.. the previous owner probably wanted her make-up or something in the glove compartment... as the books had to make room for it.. so no spare key, no booklets.. I tried searching for new booklets, but those are outrageously expensive (over $500!)
.. also.. the previous owner probably wanted her make-up or something in the glove compartment... as the books had to make room for it.. so no spare key, no booklets.. I tried searching for new booklets, but those are outrageously expensive (over $500!)
#26
05-07-2017, 03:11 PM
Junior Member
