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[markm730]

hi all,
i have a problem with the ignition key i have, its for a w-reg 2.5 and the buttons are knackered on it. the 1 to lock it has fallen apart and the other side to unlock barely works with the use of pressing something small and sharp onto the connector to open the doors.
does anyone know where i can get a new key and how 1 will set me back as its the only 1 i have. when i 1st got the car it i had to just use the key to lock and unlock but this kept causing probs with the alarm.
thanks very much

[RobG]

Buy a replacement empty fob off e-bay and just transfer your pcb into it. Assuming your micro switches are ok. As for the alarm,  press driver`s button from rear o/s door then close rear door. Car locked and alarm not set, make sure you`ve got the key in your hand before closing the door

[markm730]

by micro switches you mean??
and pcb, is that the little chip thing that is slid inside the key?

[RobG]

by micro switches you mean??
and pcb, is that the little chip thing that is slid inside the key?

Micro switches are on the printed circiut board (pcb) which is inside the fob. Separate the fob from the key blade and you can open it and see the pcb with the switches. The "little chip" inside the key blade is the transponder which talks to the immobiliser and enables you to start the engine.

[markm730]

ok, just took it apart and examined..
the switch for the lock mode has totally come off, the little black nobbly bits on the other 2 switches are missing but still work - just!!

[Welung666]

In that case you need new microswitches. Have a search on here for a member called Martin Imber, he re-cons remotes at a very reasonable rate

[Entwood]

It needs to go to Martin Imber then .. he will put new switches on for you .. the ones he's using now are better than original.... he does an EXCELLENT job. Turns them around in about 4 days.

Drop him a PM   

You can buy a new fob alone... just the buttons/electronics .,.. for around £30 from VX .. but it will need "tech2" treatment and your carpass in order to make it work .. and VX charge an arm and a leg to do that bit !!

Stick your location in your profile .. you might be near one of the forums tech2's .. darn sight cheaper than VX !!

[markm730]

Cheers for that,
does this mean that i cant use my key then  or do i just send off the circuit board piece?
as for the tech 2, if theres one near me - Oldham in Manchester, do i need the car pass for that aswel because it didn't come with the car when i bought it and like a numpty i didnt check as i was unaware of this item.
thanks

[Entwood]

Cheers for that,
does this mean that i cant use my key then  or do i just send off the circuit board piece?
as for the tech 2, if theres one near me - Oldham in Manchester, do i need the car pass for that aswel because it didn't come with the car when i bought it and like a numpty i didnt check as i was unaware of this item.
thanks

I trhink you could keep the "horseshoe" and imobilisor chip and use the car with no remote whilst Martin fixes the electronics ... be risky though .. you could lose the "chip" very easily .. then you would be stuck ..

Carpass has the numbers needed for tech2 to work. You''ll have to pay VX for a new carpass at some time ... might as well do it sooner than later ..

Nearest OOF Tech2 to you is, I think, Nottingham

[markm730]

cheers guys, thanks for your speedy response and help on the matter, will look into it asap.
thanks