How To Disarm 97 Audi A4 Alarm
Posted in Ignition Systems | Asked on Jan 23, 2011
I bought a 1997 Audi A4 Quattro used off Craigslist, and it came with one key and an aftermarket remote for the alarm system. I’m not sure if the alarm system itself is stock or aftermarket (how can I find out?).
I lost the keys (including the remote), but I got a replacement key from my local Audi dealership, but not a remote. I had to originally break into my car to get my registration, etc. to get my replacement key, so I had to unhook the car battery to stop the alarm. Now that I have the key, as soon as I hook the battery back up, the alarm starts going off, and it locks up the steering column, the ignition and the gearshift.
Does anyone know how to disarm this alarm? Or steps I could take toward a solution. I’ve tried everything I could think of (turning the key counter-clockwise and clockwise twice in the driver’s side and various variations, waiting it out, opening the fusebox and disconnecting/connecting the stock alarm fuse, holding the valet button while attempting to turn the key).
Nothing works. My key fits in the ignition cylinder, but it won’t let me turn the key! Please help.
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I would have the vehicle flatbedded to the dealer and have them take a look at it. I have a ’98 A4 with factory alarm and my alarm remote is on the key head. Generally, you can disconnect the alarm by using the key in the door to unlock, at least with mine. From what you are saying, it appears that this may be an aftermarket alarm. Is there any documentation in the glove box? How about contacting the previous owner?