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Mazda RX8 (New key and Alarm fob fixed/replaced)

  • 28-09-2014 9:40pm
    #1
    gaillimhabu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 546 ✭✭✭


    Just bought a 2004 Mazda RX-8. Only one key and one separate Visteon 41844 alarm fob that doesn't work. I replaced the cell battery in the key fob but still no luck.

    Where can I get a copy of the key?
    Where can I get the Visteon remote fob fixed or replaced?

    Any ideas of prices? I presume it will be a lot dearer going to a Mazda shop


Comments

  • #2
    bazz26
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,360 ✭✭✭✭bazz26


    When you replaced the battery in the alarm fob did a flickering light come on the fob when you pressed the button? It may just need to be reprogrammed.

    Regarding a second key, best thing to do is ring around a few lock smiths for prices of a new chipped key that needs to be programmed to your car's ECU, also ring a Mazda dealer for comparison as sometimes the main dealer can be cheaper.


  • #3
    gaillimhabu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 546 ✭✭✭gaillimhabu


    No light at all on the fob after replacing the battery


  • #4
    Dartz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,405 ✭✭✭Dartz


    Dead alarm fob, probably.

    The car has its own alarm though. It should. And if it's driving, the car's key should be happy.


  • #5
    gaillimhabu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 546 ✭✭✭gaillimhabu


    Yeah car has it's own alarm and is driving fine using the car key. However want to get the alarm fob either fixed or replaced and a spare key just in case.


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