What do I need to Fix my Magna remote?
Separate the two halves of the remote using large screwdriver, or a small coin, to lever them apart, and remove the printed circuit board (PCB). The most common issue is broken solder joints between the battery holder and the PCB.
What to do if you drop a Mitsubishi remote?
This hot-melt glue should prevent too much force being placed on the solder joints that secure the battery holder onto the PCB in the event of the remote being dropped. Note that your local Mitsubishi dealer can reprogram remotes, but they will charge you.
Why is the battery on my Magna remote cracking?
This occurs because the battery holder is only attached to the PCB by two small soldered tags. When subjected to significant force (ie, when a remote is dropped), the weight of the battery and battery holder places too much strain on the solder joints, resulting in the joints cracking.
How does the hazard lamp work on a Magna remote?
The hazard lamps will flash once to indicate the car is now in program mode. Within 5 seconds of this acknowledgment, press any button on the first remote. The hazard lamps will flash once to indicate acceptance. Within 5 seconds press any button on the next remote to be taught. This process may be repeated for up to four keys.
How do I use my Mitsubishi Magna Verada remote?
1. Sit in the car all doors closed. 2. Insert key into the ignition. 3. Turn the key to ON and then back to ACC twice, leaving it on the ON position on the last turn. 4. The indicator or Hazard lights should flash. 5. Now press any of the buttons on your remote.
What causes a Magna remote to stop working?
This style of remote is found on TH, TJ, TL and TW Magna and KH, KJ, KL and KW Verada between 1999 and 2005. Common problems with these remotes are a loose, broken or totally disconnected battery holder, broken clips or tags on the holder and dry, cracked or broken solder joint causing the remote to work intermittently.
What do you use to secure a Magna remote?
Use a small cable tie to secure the battery in the battery holder. There should be sufficient room between the battery holder and the PCB to allow a small cable tie to be used, as shown in these photos.
Is it possible to reprogram a Mitsubishi remote?
Note that your local Mitsubishi dealer can reprogram remotes, but they will charge you. Rather than paying your Mitsubishi dealer, you can easily reprogram the remotes yourself in a few minutes. You’ll need to have all the remotes for the car when programming, because once you place the car into program mode, it will forget all previous remotes.