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Rizzo · 04-23-2012, 10:08 AM

I noticed this weekend that the distance on my key fob for the ZL1 is MUCH shorter than my 2010 Camaro.

With the new fob, I am unable to (un)lock the doors at distances greater than 15 feet.

I do have tint, but it is the same non-metallic film I had on my 2010 Camaro.

I tried both key fobs with the same results.

Has anybody else seen this as well?

-Rizzo

c_LoW29 · 04-23-2012, 10:10 AM

try changing the battery on one of them see if that solves the problem. If not just go to the dealer and pray that they will issue you 2 new keys.

Rizzo · 04-23-2012, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by c_LoW29

try changing the battery on one of them see if that solves the problem. If not just go to the dealer and pray that they will issue you 2 new keys.

I was thinking the battery too, but because I have only had the car two weeks, I discounted that. I did try the other FOB and it operated the same.

Drake Heminger · 04-23-2012, 11:33 AM

Mine works just as far as my 11 SS did... And that's far!

Fenderaddict2 · 04-23-2012, 11:53 AM

Put the fob to the side of your temple when using it, as that will double the range. And, no I'm not joking. Scary huh?

Rizzo · 04-23-2012, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Drake Heminger

Mine works just as far as my 11 SS did... And that's far!

Drake,

Do you have tint on your windows?

Drake Heminger · 04-23-2012, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Rizzo

Drake,

Do you have tint on your windows?

Yes 5%

SlingShot · 04-23-2012, 12:48 PM

Use your phone, you can be as far away as you want then.

c_LoW29 · 04-23-2012, 02:30 PM

dude just buy 1 new battery guaranteed it will work.

1st Gen Forever · 04-23-2012, 02:38 PM

I've noticed the same thing. My 2010 SS is an auto with remote start and my 12 ZL1 is a manual so I figured the remote start option gave it a longer range. I can start my 2010 from in the house when it's parked on the street but to lock my ZL1, I need to step out side.

My 2010 is tinted. Not my ZL1 (yet)

Rizzo · 04-23-2012, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by c_LoW29

dude just buy 1 new battery guaranteed it will work.

Yea. I will give that a try tonight. It just seems weird to have both FOBs with weak batteries with the car that is so new.

I will do it just to cross it off of the "troubleshooting-list".

Rizzo · 04-25-2012, 08:10 PM

I replaced the battery yesterday and it made no difference.

Today, I was standing right next to the car and could not get the door to unlock with the FOB.

The dealership said they can reprogram the FOB to se if that helps. I am unsure why that would fix this, but hey, I am open to try anything.

I am also seeing a distance issue with the Universal Remote (for my garage door) so maybe the two are related?

brucedd · 04-25-2012, 08:16 PM

Turn off the signal jammer. The guys in the black Suburbans may have left it on.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 04-25-2012, 09:53 PM

Mine don't seem to work unless I'm within about 20-30 feet.

The OnStar app is really cool, though....I was doing just like the commercial today and lock/unlocking it for fun...I'm such a child...

04-23-2012, 10:08 AM	#1
Rizzo Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL-1 SIM Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 454 View My Garage	ZL1 Key FOB Distance I noticed this weekend that the distance on my key fob for the ZL1 is MUCH shorter than my 2010 Camaro. With the new fob, I am unable to (un)lock the doors at distances greater than 15 feet. I do have tint, but it is the same non-metallic film I had on my 2010 Camaro. I tried both key fobs with the same results. Has anybody else seen this as well? -Rizzo __________________ =================================================

04-23-2012, 11:33 AM	#4
Drake Heminger Drives: 2014 Stingray Z51 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Stafford, VA Posts: 2,951	Mine works just as far as my 11 SS did... And that's far! __________________ "What a coincidence, Drake returns and brings brand new ZL1's with him...." - CAM....ZL1

04-23-2012, 11:53 AM	#5
Fenderaddict2 Opinionated bugger! Drives: Boss 302, Mazda 2, Praga & Intrepid Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Oakville Posts: 1,897 View My Garage	Put the fob to the side of your temple when using it, as that will double the range. And, no I'm not joking. Scary huh? __________________ Follow me on forums everywhere as Fenderaddict2 or my kid on the track and Twitter @fastmyles

04-23-2012, 12:48 PM	#8
SlingShot Drives: 2012 ZL1 - #670 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seminole, Fl. Posts: 8,009	Use your phone, you can be as far away as you want then. __________________

04-25-2012, 08:10 PM	#12
Rizzo Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL-1 SIM Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 454 View My Garage	Update I replaced the battery yesterday and it made no difference. Today, I was standing right next to the car and could not get the door to unlock with the FOB. The dealership said they can reprogram the FOB to se if that helps. I am unsure why that would fix this, but hey, I am open to try anything. I am also seeing a distance issue with the Universal Remote (for my garage door) so maybe the two are related? __________________ =================================================

04-23-2012, 10:10 AM	#2
c_LoW29 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS, 2010 Mustang GT Join Date: May 2010 Location: Slidell, LA Posts: 2,412 View My Garage	try changing the battery on one of them see if that solves the problem. If not just go to the dealer and pray that they will issue you 2 new keys.

04-23-2012, 02:30 PM	#9
c_LoW29 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS, 2010 Mustang GT Join Date: May 2010 Location: Slidell, LA Posts: 2,412 View My Garage	dude just buy 1 new battery guaranteed it will work.

04-23-2012, 02:38 PM	#10
1st Gen Forever ZL1 #140 Drives: Camaros: 68 SS, 10 2SS/RS, 12 ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Arizona Posts: 594	I've noticed the same thing. My 2010 SS is an auto with remote start and my 12 ZL1 is a manual so I figured the remote start option gave it a longer range. I can start my 2010 from in the house when it's parked on the street but to lock my ZL1, I need to step out side. My 2010 is tinted. Not my ZL1 (yet)

04-25-2012, 08:16 PM	#13
brucedd Account Suspended Drives: xxx Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: xxx Posts: 389	Turn off the signal jammer. The guys in the black Suburbans may have left it on.

04-25-2012, 09:53 PM	#14
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,873 View My Garage	Mine don't seem to work unless I'm within about 20-30 feet. The OnStar app is really cool, though....I was doing just like the commercial today and lock/unlocking it for fun...I'm such a child... __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather