My 2006 Skoda Octavia wont't unlock doors when using remote control. Only locking and boot opening controls work with both keys. I have tried to resync and change key battery. Also kept car powerless but it didn't work either. Doors unlock and lock normally with indoor unlock/lock button. What should I try next?

MIght be the door lock actuator thats failed. Have the same problem on a Seat Altea. Something to do with a circuit board or wiring in the drivers door. Also my 2012 Octavia only unlocks drivers door when button pressed. You have to press unlock again to open others. not sure where the locking control module is. Maybe drivers door or in dash.

Can you lock and unlock the doors with the switch on the central console with the ignition on?

 

13 hours ago, pikpilot said:

Can you lock and unlock the doors with the switch on the central console with the ignition on?

 

Yes. Also central locking works on driver's door lock so everything works except fobs' unlock functions.

Have you tried the second key fob?

I had the same problen on a different make of car. The fault was due to broken solder joint in the fob after being dropped.

 

If the internal switch works then I assume the actuator is ok. It could be as said be control module but it may be that the sync of the keys didnt work. I took ages with my Seat to finally get them to work. I only had one key and tried a You Tube method. It was on a SEAT Altea but might work. Put key in ignition and turn to position 2 (dash lights on but don't start car), Leave key in ignition and lock car from inside using door button, Press lock on key fob while still in ignition until red light on key starts flashing. Remove key and unlock car. I did it with rear windows open in case I got locked in. Can't get the wing mirrors to retract but everything else works.

Alasdair