2008 jeep liberty 178k miles. Often when the weather is rainy, foggy or snowy. But sometimes itll be random. The key fob will only lock with all buttons. The inside unlock button will lock aswell. My door was hotswapped when i bought it, so my physical key cant let me in.
Best "solution" was to wait 1 minute and hit it again. 4 to 6 tries it will unlock that way. Spamming unlock will take atleast 50 tries and often is only for a split second
What makes this problem better or worse?
Weather being wet makes it worse
How long has your 2008 Jeep Liberty had this problem?
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It sounds like there could be an issue with the key fob, the receiver module, or the wiring harness. Moisture or corrosion could be affecting the connection between the key fob and the receiver, especially in inclement weather. Since the door was hot-swapped, it could be a broken wire or poor connection.
Try replacing the battery in the key fob and inspecting the key fob and the receiver for any signs of corrosion or damage. If the problem persists, it might be necessary to have the receiver module and door wiring checked by a professional.
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