2 In 1 Key Fob 4Th Gen

[J-Roc]

that looks exactly like a VW remote.

It does, yes! I find it much more convenient and way less bulky than our original fob/key combo.

 

[J-Roc]

Another thought:



The old post regarding using the ebay 5th gen key+fob combination had a problem with the battery constantly being drained and dying (less than a month, some less than a few weeks).



Let us know how this one does.

No issues yet...

 

[YetiX]

Just ordered one as my remote is about to break. Here's to hoping it works for me!!

 

[adkfinn]

I just received mine. I am going to try to get it cut and program it this evening.
The fob itself is a nice quality piece. Good weight to it, the spring action of the blade is strong and precise. I am impressed. I will update with any issues.

 

[MSRP.]

Without really needing the dedicated button to roll down the window, I assume that sticking the key into the slot and manually turning the key will still roll down the rear window?

 

[DisguisedRope]

Without really needing the dedicated button to roll down the window, I assume that sticking the key into the slot and manually turning the key will still roll down the rear window?

Key should still work fine to roll the rear window down. I'm curious, however, if the trunk button functions as the rear window button.

 

[adkfinn]

Key should still work fine to roll the rear window down. I'm curious, however, if the trunk button functions as the rear window button.

From post #5: "Got it cut by a locksmith, programmed it to unlock, lock, and roll glass down myself."

Can confirm: It did come with programming instructions (they are posted in this forum as well).

 

[J-Roc]

Key should still work fine to roll the rear window down. I'm curious, however, if the trunk button functions as the rear window button.

Yes it does. Hold it just like the window button on the original.

 

[jsmith21]

How's the range on these switchblade fobs?


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[masphx]

Do you absolutely need to go to the dealership to programe/code this or can i do it at home?

 

[blackfc3s]

bought one. $40 bucks. always loved my Audi switch blade key fob.

 

[J-Roc]

How's the range on these switchblade fobs?


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As good, if not better than the original.

 

[J-Roc]

Do you absolutely need to go to the dealership to programe/code this or can i do it at home?

I did it all in my driveway myself. Took about 10 min.

 

[adkfinn]

I just received mine. I am going to try to get it cut and program it this evening.
The fob itself is a nice quality piece. Good weight to it, the spring action of the blade is strong and precise. I am impressed. I will update with any issues.

Brief Update:

Took the key to the localyokel hardware store to have it cut. The fob size prevented it from fitting in the clamp on their machine. Rather than disassemble the fob I am going to try the stealership tonight.
[MENTION=147171]J-Roc[/MENTION] - Did you have to take your key blade out of the fob to get it cut?

 

[J-Roc]

Brief Update:



Took the key to the localyokel hardware store to have it cut. The fob size prevented it from fitting in the clamp on their machine. Rather than disassemble the fob I am going to try the stealership tonight.


[MENTION=147171]J-Roc[/MENTION] - Did you have to take your key blade out of the fob to get it cut?

Took it to a locksmith shop right across the street from my work....
First thing he said, "Oh geez, I don't know if this will fit in my machine"

He hooked it up in there with a bit of mussing around...he got it to fit. I thought he was just trying when the machine was turned on, but he actually was cutting it.

Try another well known locksmith in town that maybe has a bit bigger machine before going to see the "bad guys" lol

 

[adkfinn]

Took it to a locksmith shop right across the street from my work....
First thing he said, "Oh geez, I don't know if this will fit in my machine"

He hooked it up in there with a bit of mussing around...he got it to fit. I thought he was just trying when the machine was turned on, but he actually was cutting it.

Try another well known locksmith in town that maybe has a bit bigger machine before going to see the "bad guys" lol

Great info thanks. Not many options in rural Vermont.

 

[03v8raleigh]

Any chance this key would work on an 03? eBay listing says 05+ only. Hoping to find something similar.

 

[Ther00ster]

Great info thanks. Not many options in rural Vermont.

Let me know how it goes....

 

[J-Roc]

Any chance this key would work on an 03? eBay listing says 05+ only. Hoping to find something similar.

What's the code on the back of your fob? Picture?

 

[adkfinn]

Let me know how it goes....

Update:

Great success! :lock1:

Today I programmed and fob (open door, key in/out, key in/out, door close/open, door close/open, key in/out, door close/open, door close/open, key in, key on, key off, key out, push lock&unlock together, push unlock) and the immobilizer (door closed, master key in/out x5 leave in, door open/close 6x, remove master key, insert new key, wait for immobilizer light to stop blinking (~1min) ) no problems.
Then, I took the key to the parts counter at my local dealership and after a bit of discussion, they popped it into their machine and cut it from my VIN. We ran it through twice to get a perfect cut and had to snub/file the nose of the key just a bit to get a nice fit/feel. It worked like a charm and this key works great. My tumblers were a little grabby on the new key, but I wire brushed the blade down to smooth the edges out and that solved it. Presto, nice new switch blade key works just like factory. I am a happy camper.

The best part? Once I got the parts guy curious, he didn't even charge me to cut it. FTW.