elasto
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- May 28, 2006
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- Lake Washington
I lost one of my keys. Can I order a new one from anyone other than dealer and how much should I expect to pay? Thanks.
Where to get replacement key?
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Windjammer
Veteran Member
It's expensive no matter what. I would save the running around & just order the key from the dealer & have them program the immobilizer. You can probably save some money by buying the remote on ebay or maybe one of the sponsor vendors here.
MyAvocation
Top Post Dawg
I am told the key blank must be cut in Germany, so the dealer sticks you either way. Therefore you may want to research this further before buying anything from a non-VW source -- although my assumption is you can buy a compatible remote online and only purchase the key blank/cut/programming from the dealer. You must bring them all keys, including the valet, when programming the immo. It's what I went through when dealer finally ponied-up for my missing valet.
If you're trying to save cash, search the posts for a key cutter. I read one post earlier in the year about a member who knows a guy who can cut VW keys.
As for programming, I remember reading it can still be done with Vag-Com, but requires more effort on the A5. This is ideal if you're interested in programming the buttons to raise & lower the windows, too.
If you're trying to save cash, search the posts for a key cutter. I read one post earlier in the year about a member who knows a guy who can cut VW keys.
As for programming, I remember reading it can still be done with Vag-Com, but requires more effort on the A5. This is ideal if you're interested in programming the buttons to raise & lower the windows, too.
