Keyless Remote Transmitter - Increasing Distance Range

Group: 57

Number: 98-01

Date: June 16, 1998

Subject:
Folding Key (Keyless Remote Transmitter), Increasing Distance Range

Model(s):
A4 Avant 1998

Condition

Low remote transmitter range (remote functions operate only within 5 feet or less).

Note:

Production

Only on folding key transmitters.

Improved transmitter beginning production 03.98 with VIN: 8DWA128920

Service

Install new remote transmitter antenna lead Part No: 8D1 971 650A from central locking control unit wiring harness connector (inside vehicle) to the outside of vehicle as follows:





- Remove right rear cover.

- Remove central locking control unit.

Note:
For proper removal of wiring terminals use connector test kit VAS 1978.





- Remove terminals from cavities 1 and 7 of antenna lead in connector -A- (arrow) of the central locking control unit (note which cavity antenna shield wire is removed from).

- Insert new antenna shield wire (braided) into this cavity.

- Insert remaining antenna wire into other open cavity.

- Tape old antenna connector terminals back to wiring harness.





- Locate small rubber grommet -arrow- inside rear body cavity (below central locking control unit), pierce a hole just large enough to push antenna lead through to outside of vehicle.

- Reinstall remote locking control unit.

- Route antenna lead through grommet, then seal at this location using a small quantity of silicone sealant (RTV).





- Route antenna wire along backside of bumper (attach to lower bumper cover tabs -arrow- using tie wraps as shown).

- Reinstall Cover.

- Quality check remote locking system.

When procedure applies to vehicles within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, use the following:

Part Identifier: 5708

Labor Operation: 5708510 60TU