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Replacing Your Volkswagen Key

If you lose your Volkswagen key, you will need a replacement. You'll need pay a fee to the dealer and wait for a long time for it.

It is tempting to buy a second-hand VW key online or in stores that sell them. These keys are unlikely to be able to deactivate the standard immobiliser in your car.

Battery Replacement

Modern electronic key fobs provide greater convenience and function in comparison to manual keys, however they'll eventually be unable to charge or even stop working over time. If your VW's key fob stops responding to button presses or you notice that it takes longer than usual to get the lock and unlock buttons to function, it may be a sign that the battery is failing and requires replacement.

You'll require a small screwdriver (preferably one with a flat head, wrapped in tape to help not scratch the fob) and a brand new CR2032 3V battery for the job. Flip open the key by pressing the metal button to locate the battery panel on the key, which is usually located right beneath the Volkswagen logo on the fob. Push up on the panel to let it go and then press down the button on the key fob and re-insert its new battery in place and ensure that the positive side is facing downwards.

Once you're done take the key fob remote back together and it should be good to go for your next trip around Phoenixville or King of Prussia! If you're looking to learn more at-home car care tips such as how to replace your air filter or tires for your cabin the Suntrup Volkswagen service team is always there to help. Contact us today to learn more about our car service specials and to make an appointment at our dealership near Paradise Valley.

Emergency Key or Bayonet Key

The good news is that even older VW models come with an emergency key or bayonet key. These keys don't require power to unlock your vehicle or to start the motor if you hold them below the ignition.

The disadvantage is that you do not be able to use a keyless entry system or push button start. This is why it's so important to have a spare Volkswagen key.

If your VW key isn't working properly, it may not be due to a dead battery but instead because it needs to be programmed. You don't have to bring your car to the dealer to get this service. An automotive locksmith can perform this service.

To program a fob car key it is necessary to have a few things to have on hand. For starters you'll need the year and the kind of Volkswagen key you have. You'll need a copy the registration or title for your vehicle.

These documents can be used to save time when ordering a brand new VW key. You can then take your car to an auto shop to have it programmed. In the majority of cases the process is easy and should take less than an hour. When the process is completed you'll be able to leave your local dealership in the vicinity of Pittsford and Webster with a working key.

Key Fob Replacement

Modern VWs use key fobs that aren't simply keys - they're sophisticated anti-theft devices. When you hit a button on your VW key fob the microchip inside sends a unique code that lets your car know that it's key that you need to unlock and start. The key fobs also contain the chip that is used to operate features like remote lock and push-button start.

If your volkswagen keys replacement key fob doesn't function well, it might require a new battery. You can identify if this is indeed the case by how to unlock a volkswagen passat without a key frequently you press the lock/unlock button. If you need to press the lock/unlock buttons repeatedly it is likely the battery has to be replaced.

Another possibility is that the buttons on your volkswagen keys replacement key fob are slipping or stuck. Because a key fob spends long periods of time being tossed around, this can be common and can be rectified by gently breaking the fob, and then trying to manually adjust the buttons.

If the issue is more serious then you'll have to take the key fob to an expert locksmith to replace it. If your key fob has transponder chips the dealer will need to re-programme your vehicle's computer to recognize it again and this procedure can be costly. A locksmith can program your computer, and save you from the expense of an appointment with a dealer.

Transponder Chip Replacement

The keys of most VWs manufactured after 1995 include a transponder. The chip is able to disable the car's standard immobiliser system which stops it from starting if it doesn't have the correct key. If you've lost the key or it's stopped working, then you'll need to get a replacement Volkswagen key made.

The good news is that a locksmith can make you an entirely new key for your Volkswagen car, regardless of which kind of key you have (chip, intelligent fob "push to start" remote or regular non-transponder keys). If you do not have a spare, they can make one. But you'll need to bring proof of ownership of the vehicle (vehicle registration and title certificate etc. ).

Contact us immediately if are miles away from your home and are unable to locate your Volkswagen key. We'll send a mobile locksmith to unlock your VW without causing damage to the door. This will save your time and money.

Chris was driving a Volkswagen Golf when he became locked out. He called the dealer but was provided with a high quote and a long wait so he decided to give Pop-Alock an attempt. We gave him an upfront estimate and a precise arrival time, and within 20 minutes, a locksmith was at his home and went to work. Chris now has an all-new, fully functional chip key.