CTD&TDI
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Where is my best place to get a new key cut for my 99.5 a4 jetta? the dealer quoted me 52ish dollars for it. i dont have a blank either.
thanx
caleb
thanx
caleb
__. "World-Impex" did a great job supplying a "switchblade" key with remote for my '03 wagon. Dunno if the 99.5 is as easy but it should be.CTD&TDI said:Where is my best place to get a new key cut for my 99.5 a4 jetta? the dealer quoted me 52ish dollars for it. i dont have a blank either.
__. I haven't yet. I use the "valet" key (the only one that came with the car) to start the car and the new key for the remote. The new key-blade will also unlock the doors and hatch (wagon) mechanically -- it will even mechanically unlock the ignition but if I try to start using the new key, I get an "immobilizer shutdown" after 2 seconds or so.NFSTDI said:snip) (MrGutWrench, I'm curious, how did you program your transponder key to start your car? That generally requires some sort of programmer that connects to your car and a PIN number.
__. Thanks, NF. I've been working to try to find a local VAG-Tacho but life has been "interesting" lately and I've been short on time. I appreciate your knowledgeable help.NFSTDI said:(snip) MrGutWrench, I may be able to locate someone near you who can program the key if you like. Many locksmiths, like me, have VAG-Tacho. I purchased mine at considerable expense from a legit dealer. There are cheap copies circulating. If you have VAG-Tacho you do not need VAG-COM to program keys. VAG-Tacho will extract the PIN and program new keys. There are other programs that do this as well. RC Jeff has one so if you organize an RC tune GTG it's very likely you can have him program your key. (snip)
I bought my Vag-tacho from impex for around 50$ which I do not consider high. World impex also was getting their keys from VW and cut when they arrived at the store. I never had a problem with any I sold when I worked there. If you watch what you are buying you can get good keys of Ebay then find someone with the proper software.NFSTDI said:Not all 2000s have active transponder system, some do, some don't. It's what we call a split year.
MrGutWrench, I may be able to locate someone near you who can program the key if you like. Many locksmiths, like me, have VAG-Tacho. I purchased mine at considerable expense from a legit dealer. There are cheap copies circulating. If you have VAG-Tacho you do not need VAG-COM to program keys. VAG-Tacho will extract the PIN and program new keys. There are other programs that do this as well. RC Jeff has one so if you organize an RC tune GTG it's very likely you can have him program your key.
Not sure who told you brass keys can not be cut, I cut them every day in my lock shop. Most keys are made of brass including most car keys. Some car keys are made of steel and most locksmiths charge more to cut them or refuse to cut them as they put some serious wear and tear on cutters. Much like putting the wrong oil in a PD motor!
The biggest problem with ordering keys on line is getting the wrong transponder or worse yet a used transponder that can not be programmed to your particular car. This is an issue with Chrysler and various other cars. People take a used remote head key apart and put it in a new shell. The problem is that certain transponders are a one time use. Once programmed to a particular car they can never be programmed to another car.
Best bet is to contact local locksmiths. Many will refer you back to the dealer but a few of us actually have the equipment, key blanks, and knowledge to do the work and save you money!
CTD&TDI, go on ebay and look for the remote key if you really want it. The remote key that you need is HLO 1J0 959 753 F or HLO 1J0 959 753 T. Normally you can get a used one for about $40 and then a blank blade for $10-$15. For the blade, only buy the OEM ones made by Huf or Valeo (look for the logo). Once you have that, take the blade to a locksmith and have them cut it based on your working key. Then replace the old blade by the new blade by removing the pin and find someone with Vag-com (provided you have the SKC code). Program the immobilizer and remote and voila...a remote key for a fraction of the price a stealership would charge.CTD&TDI said:when i bought the car it had a VERY badly cut key with it...it looked like someone used a cordless drill to do it with. i had a new key cut off the vin and it ended up being just a valet key. i called vw and asked for a full access key and the 52ish is what they quoted...i dont have a keyless remote or switchblade key....too expensive...lol
Correct. VW dealers currently have to plug your car into their programmer. The programmer communicates directly with VWoA for what is called an in/out or call response code. The technician never sees the PIN code.gaurd03 said:having the same issue, just read that it is no longer possible to go to the dealer and get the code? any way I'm in poughkeepsie NY, any one know any one in my area with VAG-Tacho and blanks? (I have a matched switchblade for the blank..)
__. Kinda.OldDogDan said:This would be a good thread to add to the FAQ (I didn't find it there), or have a knowledgeable person post an article.
Here's what I gather, please confirm or correct (referring to TDI with immobilizer):
- If you get a new remote, you must get a dealer or other VAG resource to match keys & car.
- If you get a new key cut (master or valet) and it doesn't have a remote, you can set it up yourself if you have the manual procedure and a working key.
Is this right? Thanks.