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Old 20-03-2013, 12:25 PM   #1
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Default Keys locked in, dead battery but access to engine bay

Hi guys,

Yep, unlocked the car manually, put the key in the ignition. Then went to jump it, only to find the door won't open after I supposedly unlocked it.

Having trouble finding my spare but I have two original keyless entry pads and access to the engine bay.

My question is, if I give the car power via jumper leads, will it be enough for central locking to come back and me use the remote to open the car?

Thanks guys,
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Old 20-03-2013, 12:41 PM   #2
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Yes!!!
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Old 20-03-2013, 12:43 PM   #3
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Huzzah, to the Dick Smith store hooo.
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Old 20-03-2013, 02:04 PM   #4
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Damn car has been sitting too long, even with a jump it is having trouble cranking over. Should drip charge it or something?
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Old 20-03-2013, 02:20 PM   #5
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drip charge it for a while, yeah - you're gonna want to get the batt load tested too
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Old 20-03-2013, 02:58 PM   #6
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Default Re: Keys locked in, dead battery but access to engine bay

Sounds like if its that flat you might need a new one.
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Old 21-03-2013, 09:33 AM   #7
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Selling it unregoed and all on ebay lads, not economically viable to buy a battery for it. Going to get a charge and maintain unit.

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