Keyless Entry - Unable To Lock Car Using Key Fob

2002 Jaguar X-Type (X400) V6-2.5LSECTION Keyless Entry - Unable To Lock Car Using Key Fob
XT501-22

X-TYPE

DATE
12/04

MODEL
2002-04 MY
X-TYPE

VIN
C00294-E16494

Unable to Lock the Vehicle Using Key Fob
Transmitter - Switch Flap Not Fully Closed -
Replace Ignition Lock Cylinder

Issue:

Some X-TYPE vehicles within the above VIN range, may exhibit a condition where it is not possible to lock the vehicle with the key fob transmitter. The cause of this condition is that the ignition switch "key-in" switch flap has not fully closed over the opening for the ignition key.

Action:

Check the operation of the lock button on two or more key fob transmitters. If the car fails to lock from both transmitters, and the "key-in" switch flap is not fully closed, install a new ignition switch lock cylinder.

To install a new ignition switch lock cylinder, refer to Global Technical Reference (GTR) Workshop Manual Section 211-04, SRO 57.40.29, Ignition switch lock cylinder.





Parts Information:

These parts are not stocked at the PDC, but are shipped directly from the supplier (DFS). Expected fulfillment time is 10-14 days.





Warranty Information:





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