4 beeps from the alarm sounder when switching ignition on?

[Adrian E]

Anybody know what that's supposed to tell us? I'm assuming it's either the alarm module batteries dying, or the main battery. Car started fine and didn't do it again when restarted.

Car's gone off for gearbox oil change so my mate will read any stored faults while monitoring the gearbox oil temp, just wondered if anyone knew what the likely answer would be!

[The_Laird]

Yes, I'm pretty sure that's your alarm batteries on their death bed!

[Adrian E]

Yeah, did a bit of reading around after this and looks like the most likely cause - new module to order then! Etka says it needs to be workshop modified, but it's not clear if that's because the bracket on the new alarm module doesn't fit the thread or some other reason. It seems to suggest there's 2 bolts, but Elsawin only talks about 1.....

Just hope TPS will take my unneeded tail shaft back for a refund so I can afford to buy a new module instead!!

[The_Laird]

There's only one bolt on the alarm siren (which is where the batteries are housed). I think A8 Parts have one just now - the later design, but you'll need to check the state of the electrical plug connector too and perhaps get one of those from A8 Parts too.

If not, there's another thread on here with the newer part number and you'll probably find one on ebay. I've done it 3 times now, so give me a shout if you get stuck.

Edit: Part number for the newer siren is 8L0 951 605A

Edit 2: And there's one on ebay: http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_fr...+605A&_sacat=0

[Adrian E]

Hiya

Have ordered a new one from TPS - unfortunately all has not gone well on the dismantling front! Followed the guide posted on here and I've accessed the alarm module OK

Is there a way to completely remove the side trim on the boot? Mine seems very reluctant to part company up by the back seat and ideally I'd like it completely off so I can improve access.

Got the old module out, but when I unplugged it the male part of the plug has fallen to pieces around the plastic 3rd pin. I can see that one of the contact pins is corroded, so I'm assuming acid has eaten away at the plastic

I know you can order a replacement plug, but I have no idea how many pieces it comes in and if it's even possible to disassemble it in situ and replace the plastic part?

It's my birthday tomorrow and being upside down in the boot trying to get to the wretched thing is not how I planned to spend the day

[Goran]

I had the 4 beeps around 2 months ago. Oh well, alarm must be dead now.
I guess I'll have to tackle this too if for no other reason to remove the old batteries so they don't leak.

Happy Birthday Adrian

[notorious]

Originally Posted by The_Laird

There's only one bolt on the alarm siren (which is where the batteries are housed). I think A8 Parts have one just now - the later design, but you'll need to check the state of the electrical plug connector too and perhaps get one of those from A8 Parts too.

If not, there's another thread on here with the newer part number and you'll probably find one on ebay. I've done it 3 times now, so give me a shout if you get stuck.

Edit: Part number for the newer siren is 8L0 951 605A

Edit 2: And there's one on ebay: http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_fr...+605A&_sacat=0

I'm going to change the alarm module preventively soon and will use the new module with "8L0 951 605 A" part number. Does anyone have experience fitting this new module as it seem to have a bit different geometry?

[The_Laird]

Yes, I've fitted 2 or 3 of these. There are plenty of pre-drilled holes in that area and the new style siren fits easily, although not necessarily in exactly the same position as the old one