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2010 AUDI R8
5.2L V10 (Gen 1, 525hp)•AWD•AUTOMATIC•gas•BUJ
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U1088low severityNetwork

Loss of Communication with Key Fob

on 2010 Audi R8 5.2L V10 (Gen 1, 525hp) · AWD

What this code means

The vehicle cannot communicate with the key fob for keyless entry or push-button start.

Symptoms

  • Keyless entry not working
  • Push-button start not detecting key
  • Key fob not recognized
  • Place key in backup location message

Common causes

  • Key fob battery dead
  • Key fob internal failure
  • Vehicle receiver failure
  • Fuse blown
  • Antenna module failure
  • RF interference

Diagnostic steps

  1. Replace key fob battery
  2. Test with spare key fob
  3. Check keyless entry receiver fuse
  4. Test key fob signal with diagnostic tool
  5. Check for RF interference sources

Repair notes

Replace key fob battery first. Test with second key. If both keys fail, check vehicle receiver module.

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