My Viper works up to a mile with decent line of sight. I can start it from the top of a ski lift and it's nice and toasty by the time I make my way down.

 

As I stated earlier I can start my truck from India or the Moon for that matter, if I can get a wireless signal, but I don't think that really applies to Cherokees.

 

The 97-98 fob part # is 56008968 or 56008968AB, and the FCC code is GQ43VT10, right?

one from a similar aged ZJ, Durango, ect wont work?
Just curious as i could use a new one and i may go to the junk yard tomorrow and see if i can dig one up.

 

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Fob has to be linked (programmed) to the vehicle.

 

yes indeed. I've already asked the dealership (who of course said its 59 dollars to program it)

stupid to charge so much when its a few button presses of the DRB tool, but i guess those are the brakes.

I just wondered of that was the only OEM fob that would work

 

I think I will get some new remotes and program them to my jeep and yes the 2 battery,s are new in the remote. I only have the one remote . hope that will fix it .

 

I know, it's just that any time I hear about the factory units, it's like you have to be right up against the sensor to get it to work. Totally defeats the purpose.