I need keys!
03-12-2006, 11:45 PM
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I need keys!
From my recent purchase the PO gave me 1 (one) key. Hey, I'm good with keys but thats pushing it.
Guess I need another switchblade or alternative- and what do you do if the battery goes dead on the one key you have on you when try start the car and deactivate the alarm - call the wife? Guessing so.
Are "valet" keys even of any use on these cars because of the alarm?
So much to learn.
Guess I need another switchblade or alternative- and what do you do if the battery goes dead on the one key you have on you when try start the car and deactivate the alarm - call the wife? Guessing so.
Are "valet" keys even of any use on these cars because of the alarm?
So much to learn.
03-12-2006, 11:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Ritter
From my recent purchase the PO gave me 1 (one) key. Hey, I'm good with keys but thats pushing it.
Guess I need another switchblade or alternative- and what do you do if the battery goes dead on the one key you have on you when try start the car and deactivate the alarm - call the wife? Guessing so.
Are "valet" keys even of any use on these cars because of the alarm?
So much to learn.
Guess I need another switchblade or alternative- and what do you do if the battery goes dead on the one key you have on you when try start the car and deactivate the alarm - call the wife? Guessing so.
Are "valet" keys even of any use on these cars because of the alarm?
So much to learn.
03-13-2006, 03:49 AM
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Originally Posted by Scott 1996 993c2
It's a good idea to keep a fresh, spare battery for your remote control in your glove-box.
Scott
Scott
Yeah, and don't forget a small screwdriver so you can actually install said battery!
03-13-2006, 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Ritter
Thanks all. Now what about that key mod GB??
I haven't done a GB in a week and am getting itchy!
I haven't done a GB in a week and am getting itchy!
Scott
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03-13-2006, 02:37 PM
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My S4 is so modded I literally cannot remember all the things done to it- thought it looks pretty stock.
This car will be quite different- just the essentials and one or two extras ;-)
This car will be quite different- just the essentials and one or two extras ;-)
03-13-2006, 07:56 PM
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Ritter,
I just went through this as the 993 I just bought also came with only 1 switch blade key. I also couldn't wait for a GB on the key mod so I went through Departstop (spelling?) out of southern california. Found them on Ebay actually selling just the remote with guts. Cost was $85, but it must be programmed by the dealer, which I will do tomorrow. I was quoted $74 to program. I also got a new key head and a new key blank from Departstop for $35. I just got back about 1/2 hour ago from a locksmith who cut the key for me for $5. All in all, $200 for a complete new key and remote and programming (assuming the dealership sticks to it's quote of $74, we'll see tomorrow).
Anyway, good luck to you!
H
I just went through this as the 993 I just bought also came with only 1 switch blade key. I also couldn't wait for a GB on the key mod so I went through Departstop (spelling?) out of southern california. Found them on Ebay actually selling just the remote with guts. Cost was $85, but it must be programmed by the dealer, which I will do tomorrow. I was quoted $74 to program. I also got a new key head and a new key blank from Departstop for $35. I just got back about 1/2 hour ago from a locksmith who cut the key for me for $5. All in all, $200 for a complete new key and remote and programming (assuming the dealership sticks to it's quote of $74, we'll see tomorrow).
Anyway, good luck to you!
H
03-13-2006, 08:52 PM
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There seems to be a decent amount of interest in a group buy for a remote/key combo, see this post also
https://rennlist.com/forums/showthre...&highlight=key
Not sure what is need to get a group buy started so anyone with past experience want to take charge and get it set up? From the sounds of it we have 10+ interested.
Cheers
CB
https://rennlist.com/forums/showthre...&highlight=key
Not sure what is need to get a group buy started so anyone with past experience want to take charge and get it set up? From the sounds of it we have 10+ interested.
Cheers
CB
03-13-2006, 11:37 PM
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Originally Posted by pastpob
Ritter,
I just went through this as the 993 I just bought also came with only 1 switch blade key. I also couldn't wait for a GB on the key mod so I went through Departstop (spelling?) out of southern california. Found them on Ebay actually selling just the remote with guts. Cost was $85, but it must be programmed by the dealer, which I will do tomorrow. I was quoted $74 to program. I also got a new key head and a new key blank from Departstop for $35. I just got back about 1/2 hour ago from a locksmith who cut the key for me for $5. All in all, $200 for a complete new key and remote and programming (assuming the dealership sticks to it's quote of $74, we'll see tomorrow).
Anyway, good luck to you!
H
I just went through this as the 993 I just bought also came with only 1 switch blade key. I also couldn't wait for a GB on the key mod so I went through Departstop (spelling?) out of southern california. Found them on Ebay actually selling just the remote with guts. Cost was $85, but it must be programmed by the dealer, which I will do tomorrow. I was quoted $74 to program. I also got a new key head and a new key blank from Departstop for $35. I just got back about 1/2 hour ago from a locksmith who cut the key for me for $5. All in all, $200 for a complete new key and remote and programming (assuming the dealership sticks to it's quote of $74, we'll see tomorrow).
Anyway, good luck to you!
H
You can program the remote yourself, using the instructions in the manual. I did it in only a couple of attempts. Hint: close the door or it will not program..
03-14-2006, 12:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Pete Lech
You can program the remote yourself, using the instructions in the manual. I did it in only a couple of attempts. Hint: close the door or it will not program..
Wow, that is really good to know. If I do that with the new remote, will I lose the programming of the old remote? Thanks again, I'll give it a shot before going to the dealership.
H
03-14-2006, 01:08 AM
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Originally Posted by SCMomentum
Mike,
Making a post! How is the new car? I'll be home in a little over a month and can't wait to see it.
Dave
Making a post! How is the new car? I'll be home in a little over a month and can't wait to see it.
Dave
It's awesome! I'm looking forward to you making it back to the south bay. Took it on a canyon run last weekend. Maybe you'll be able to join us next time! Talk to you later,
Mike