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[24valve]

Hi All

Been lurking for a while and only now just registered, but thought it necessary since we've been the owner of an 02' omega elite estate (2.6) for the last month.

We bought it because we also have a land rover discovery, which my 11 year old labrador is struggling to get in and out of the back of, and this is doing the job just fine - in fact its absolutely perfect for our needs. 

It's in pretty nice condition (no rust in the usual places) and its quite highly specced, with heated rear seats, black leather, bose stereo, Parking sensors, towbar, sunroof etc and wafts along o.k with the auto box. 

Disapointingly (and the reason now for signing up) is that I didnt realise until I signed the documents and handed over the folding that it only has one key (the remote one), and after panicking last night because I thought I'd dropped the key in a field  I think its a good idea to get another one or two spares.

I've no worries on getting a physical key cut from my local key cutter, but I really want another remote fob, but am wondering if the fobs contain an immobiliser thing, and/or need programming.

So - where can I get another fob from and where/who can program it - either by sending it away to someone, or taking it somewhere?  I'd rather not use the vauxhall dealers if I can get away with it, but appreciate that if that is the only way, then so be it.

I'm sure I'll have many more questions soon!

Cheers Chaps

Neil.

[RayONeill]

Hi Same issue with me.
Went direct to Vauxhall bought a brand new fob for around £50, they programmed it to fit my car using the car security information card which contains security information about your car, liek Chassis No. Radio Code, CD Code, key Code Immodoliser Code etc.  If you haven't got a your 'Car Passport' so to speak you can order one from Vauxhall, costs around £20, which provides you with all these codes, you'll need to pop in and show registration document and ID. only takes a couple of days. Then just order a new Key fob.

[amba]

My daughter did the same with her recently bought Astra SXI.

Only had 1 key/remote but no key pass with service folder.Trip down to local VX dealer who took details and 3 days later her car pass had arrived along with a brand new key/remote...whilst the key/remote was more expensive than RayONeill,s they waived the cost of getting the pass code as she had bought the key...job jobbed !!

[24valve]

Thanks Both.

Perhaps going to Vauxhall wont be as expensive as I thought.  I'm pretty sure I have the car pass thing in the wallet, so that might help.

I'll give them a call later and see what the deal is.

Neil.

[Marks DTM Calib]

If you have the car pass then life is easier.

A second hand or even new remote can be sourced (make sure its the correct type) and a key cut.

Its then an easy programming exercise to delete all the existing keys and then re-program with both keys YOU now own by a local tech 2 owner.

[Lazydocker]

Firstly, welcome to OOF

I'd recommend a visit to one of the Tech 2 owners on here when you have the correct parts. TheBoy is closest (I would think) in Brackley.

If you get it done by someone on here they can also give the car a good check over (with the Tech 2) and perform any software upgrades for you too Plus, you get to put a face to the name and someone who actually knows what they are doing, unlike many stealers, will look at your car for you

[b4ndit]

welcome to the forum

[dbug]

Welcome to OOF mate 
The immobiliser chip sits in the horseshoe (key part) and needs programming to car by tech2.  Get a key blank with blank chip off ebay (about £7), and get a tame locksmith to cut.  If you get a new fob, or a 2nd hand one (make sure you get the correct one) off ebay, that will also need programming to the car.  You will need your car pass.

[TheBoy]

24valve - where in Bedfordshire are you?

[24valve]

24valve - where in Bedfordshire are you?

Hi

I'm just slightly south of biggleswade in a small village called Edworth (SG18).  If I get the keys, can i come to you ( or whatever is easiest) to get it programmed?

Cheers all for your help,

Neil.

[tunnie]

24valve - where in Bedfordshire are you?

Hi

I'm just slightly south of biggleswade in a small village called Edworth (SG18).  If I get the keys, can i come to you ( or whatever is easiest) to get it programmed?

Cheers all for your help,

Neil.

Worth getting the new fobs & new keys cut, take the lot along to him and get it all programmed up. While your there, will be worth getting the auto box software update & climate update. Auto box upgrade, makes an already smooth box, silky smooooth 

[Johnrobbo99]

Spooky
I live in Biggleswade

[24valve]

Spooky
I live in Biggleswade

Spooky.

you'll probably see the omega going towards stratton upper school every day as the other half is head of art there.

[24valve]

24valve - where in Bedfordshire are you?

Hi theboy

Do you knw if i purchase a couple of these:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-x-GENUINE-VAUXHALL-2-BUTTON-REMOTE-KEY-FOB-OMEGA-VECTRA-etc-/390390148837?pt=UK_Car_Accessories_Safety_Security&hash=item5ae510eee5

They will be ok for programming to my car?  The current fob has delphi written on the back of it.

Cheers

Neil

[tunnie]

No transponder included in those