Key code is the EKA key in the lock & turn business. Press remote is exactly what it says except if the FOB is out of sync it will not work.
You cannot "read" the EKA code from the BECM with Nanocom, the code should be in the P38 user guide/service book.
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Arghhhhh
this is driving me nuts.
Ok, so I went to change the RF receiver but decided to check the one already fitted and, what do you know ! It’s a green MkIII.
So I reconnected then tried to sync the key.
nada
went into Nani on, tried to reset the RF codes but keep getting the message that it’s received a valid code.
noticed some of the other BECM settings are gash too, so corrected them, hit ‘write to memory’ and it all
Looked good.
took the key out, put it back in -back to nonsense -so it doesn’t look like the BECM is holding data properly (does it require a CMOS battery ?)
I tried disabling the Immobiliser and the email but still can’t use the key to lock and the engine still says ‘disabled’
Curiously it also keeps forgetting the windows / sunroof settings. Even if I. Set them. When I pull out the key, it forgets.
it has all the hallmarks of a backup / motherboard matters gone wrong... but I’d love to hear what you guys think... I’m almost on the cusp of calling the RAC
The BECM cannot be unlocked by any normal diagnostics.
The switch to French can happen with low battery volts Zoot alors
sounds like you may be trying to do things with a flat battery.
The switch to French can happen with low battery volts Zoot alors
You can use Nanocom to correct the language etc but only if the battery voltage is above 12.6 volts, i.e. fully charged.
You can check the operation of the door micro switches with Nanocom.
Have you re-connected the RF receiver aerial wire?
Mine can have the EKA code entered from the Nanocom, and can have the security features disabled also from Nanocom. Mine is a 2000 MY High-Line unit I think.
