Peter Bell wrote:
> In message >
> Marco Morales > wrote:
>
>
>>My 1998 A6 has developed an annoying habit of locking itself the moment I
>>unlock it. This happens whether I use the unlock button on the key fob or
>>attempt to unlock manually. Has anyone had this problem who can recommend a
>>solution?
>
>
> That sounds like it might be a problem with the controller which looks
> after the central locking. It's supposed to wait for about a minute
> before it relocks (assuming that you haven't opened a door in that
> time).
>
> Another thought is that the electrical contact in your fob may be
> permanently closed, transmitting a continuous lock signal.

I had the same problem on my 97 A3. It was some time ago and I don't
recall exactly what the name of the item that was replaced but it was a
fairly major part of the central locking system and the cost was about
250 quid + VAT.

This fixed the problem completely.