Can anyone describe how to install the chip from the old key fob to this new one? I see several reviewers mention how easy it is, but I cannot find instructions. Thanks.
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Slide valet key out of FOB. Inside the old FOB, there is a grey latch, push this to the side to access battery. Once battery is out, you can see the electronic board inside the old FOB. Pull it out with a pair if needle nose pliers or a paper clip thorough the small hole in the board. Be careful not to damage the board. Reinstall in the new FOB in reverse order.
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I can show you by video to make it more easy , better than writing http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sb7KarINTjE
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I can't install this key for my old key... new 4 buttons key it's for after 2002e class mercedes
2000950
Well, the chip is actually just held up with plastic studs on the fob. All you have to do is carefully pry it out with a small screw driver. Don't force it just a little wiggle at a time and when it starts to move then it's coming loose from the fob. Remember how it was positioned on old and install it to the new fob like it was on the old.
2000951
what i did was just take the spare key and battery out. my old shell was just bad and torn, so I just grabbed a pair of plyers and ripped the old plastic off until the circuit board was exposed.
2000952
Gently insert flat jewelers screwdriver in the bottom of the old unit along seam. The unit will slide out downwards from the housing. Very easy to do may take a gentle tap from above unit to start the insides slap into your palm. Goldcylon
2000953
Yes, it isn't really that difficult, but it is a little unique. You have to take out the key part, which is the same way you would change the battery. Then you will have just the old shell and the circuit board. There is a little hole in the front of the circuit board thing (in the yellowish part) and there are two holes about evenly spaced on the green part of the board. What I did was use a metal tooth cleaning device (like a pick) and pried the board out by first pulling on the front slot in the yellow part, then I used the hook of the pick to get into one of the round holes in the board itself and pulled it the rest of the way out. Use firm, but gentle pressure. I figure if I broke one hole I would still have the other one. Just be careful, take your time, and be gentle. I'll try to include a pic if possible.
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Yes, the chip is inside. It has to be programmed by a car dealer or a locksmith. That took only a few minutes and minimal cost. It works just like the original.
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If your key is chipped you may have to buy a key to leave in the steering column to avoid a module.Hope it helped.
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Just switch it from your old key if you have it. I did and it worked perfect. Take the buttons as well. If not you would probably have to get a new one through the dealer if its lost.
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Hi Doug, It's been a while since I programmed mine, but I'll give it a try! I had the same problem believing those chinglish instructions would get me thru. They will, but you have to look really carefully.So,anyway after get logged back in and get to program mode, you want to go to back of sheet to the "2" keyparagragh. Follow those instructions to get the fobs to work. They make it sound like you have them programmed by the way they refer to using card everywhere especially under "0" paragraph.You have to add cards (FOBS) Hope that helps get you going. Good Luck!! Hi Doug, It's been a while since I programmed mine, but I'll give it a try! I had the same problem believing those chinglish instructions would get me thru. They will, but you have to look really carefully.So,anyway after get logged back in and get to program mode, you want to go to back of sheet to the "2" keyparagragh. Follow those instructions to get the fobs to work. They make it sound like you have them programmed by the way they refer to using card everywhere especially under "0" paragraph.You have to add cards (FOBS) Hope that helps get you going. Good... » Read More Hi Doug, It's been a while since I programmed mine, but I'll give it a try! I had the same problem believing those chinglish instructions would get me thru. They will, but you have to look really carefully.So,anyway after get logged back in and get to program mode, you want to go to back of sheet to the "2" keyparagragh. Follow those instructions to get the fobs to work. They make it sound like you have them programmed by the way they refer to using card everywhere especially under "0" paragraph.You have to add cards (FOBS) Hope that helps get you going. Good Luck!! « Show Less
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Hi Gail. Here is my email address: optionpaul@aol.com The instructions are too wordy to write here. I have the one-page copy of instructions that came with my fob. Email me and I will be happy to send you a copy. Paul Stanik
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You need a special computer program to program the new key fob. I called a local locksmith that had the program. The cost was $60 and it took about 15 minutes. He came to my location to program.
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Greg, I did not post that comment so I cannot respond to your question. I purchased a key fob approx. 4 weeks ago and mine worked fine and has since.
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It's a chip key. It has to be programmed. You need two keys that are programmed already, and then you can do one yourself very easily. With the instructions given. You get the instructions off the Internet. If you have one key, and looking to add a second, you will have to go to a dealer, ace hardware or Walmart. Because it takes two keys to get your vehicle in the program mode.
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There is no chip. You need to take one from your previous one, as well as the remote itself. These can be put in to the new unit. The key can be cut before or after.
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Did you put the insides from the old key fob inside of the new fob? If you did and it's still not working it could be your immobilizer chip. If it is you'll have to probably get it towed into a vw dealership to get the chip replaced and reprogrammed to the car. That's all I can think of. My key worked just fine except for the buttons but it ended up my battery in the key was dead.
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I would call the dealer and ask. I had my key cut at a locksmith but they could not program it so they gave me a # to someone who would come to me. Still saved $20 getting the dealer to program it, plus if it ever has problems I know where to find them.
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It has been awhile, but I believe the programming instructions came off their web site. The instructions were a little unclear, so I re-wrote them for my own use in case I needed to order another Fob in the future. E-mail me at Rnagoda@sympatico.ca and I will send a copy of my instructions if you want.
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Open the old keypad. Remove the entire chip/battery assembly. Replace the old battery with a new battery. Transfer the chip/battery assembly into the new keypad.
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Yes, programing required at a dealership as Fob has the electronics. Might be a good idea also to get a spare key.
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I just bought an extra fob - looks very similar to yours. I was told the numbers on the back need to be identical. Assuming they are, a locksmith can reprogram but also told that your existingkey fob and the new one have to be programmed/ reprogramed at the same time of the existing one will no longer function as the program will change. Hope that helps.
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Yes, it is very quick and easy..when i programmed mine i did have to push a button on the old key fob even though it didnt work as well, but it was a success.