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key programming
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key programming
I have just bought a facelift mk3 but it only has one key.
What is the cost of a key and programming? is there any other way it can be done?
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Re: key programming
Question is UK model or Import?
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UK Model
Immobiliser in the key runs the show.![](./images/smilies/spacer.gif)
Suggest getting a key blank, second hand key, and reprogramming electronics as per spyderchat.
Total cost
=
£4 key blank
+ cutting
+ cost of 2nd hand key.![](./images/smilies/spacer.gif)
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Import
There's no immobiliser in the key.
Aftermarket alarm fob runs the show and the key is just for sticking in the ignition and turning.![](./images/smilies/spacer.gif)
In fact with an import keeping the electronics in the key just tends to cause hassel, as using them can get the locks out of sync with the alarm.![](./images/smilies/spacer.gif)
So for an import
- just suggest getting a bog standard key blank, no electronics involved.
(Total cost
£4 key blank
+ cutting)
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Though with in import if you want an additional alarm fob, obviously that adds to the cost
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UK Model
Immobiliser in the key runs the show.
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Suggest getting a key blank, second hand key, and reprogramming electronics as per spyderchat.
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Import
There's no immobiliser in the key.
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In fact with an import keeping the electronics in the key just tends to cause hassel, as using them can get the locks out of sync with the alarm.
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So for an import
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Though with in import if you want an additional alarm fob, obviously that adds to the cost
Re: key programming
Thanks for your reply.
Is ebay the baest place then? I didnt think that a key could be re-programmed after it had been done to another car?
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Re: key programming
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peteopc wrote:Thanks for your reply.Is ebay the baest place then? I didnt think that a key could be re-programmed after it had been done to another car?
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Yeap, ebay is the way forward.
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