2011 CRV Remote Key short range

Motor_Sportsgeek · Nov 17, 2024

I'm trying to figure out how the keyless system works on my 2011 CRV. My range has been pretty weak and also inconsistent. Sometimes it will work from a distance, sometimes I have to get almost next to the car. I'm thinking this may be an issue with the antenna. I'm having a hard time finding information about this system. Is the antenna in the master window switch or in the module behind the glove box?

I have two OEM key fobs with brand new batteries.

Avisitor · Nov 17, 2024

On my 2007 CRV LX AWD, The remote keyless entry receiver is part of the immobilizer control unit which sits inside the steering column. The unit is powered by the car battery. If the battery is weak then this might affect reception. If there are magnetic fields in the area, microwaves operating, power lines, temperature differences between you and your vehicle, almost anything can attenuate the signal from the key fob. Position of antenna, anything with sympathetic electro-magnetic resonance etc.

Motor_Sportsgeek · Nov 18, 2024

I just replaced my 2009 with this 2011 and there was no issues parked in the same spot. It even had the same magnetic phone holder and the key range was consistent. This just seems to have range sometimes and other times it acts up.

2011 CRV Remote Key short range

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