..00 superseded into ..01 .
Even if you order ..00, you will get the LED version.

 

But probably not from distributors with old stock...

 

Received my new key head, which is definitely LED. Purchased from the local dealer who had to order it. Date on the part tag is November 2014.

Opened my existing key and wonder if anyone knows what this "glass capsule" is that sits above the spring? Appears to have a wound copper wire inside. What purpose does it serve and do I need to transfer it to the new key head? TIA

 

The glass capsule is an electronic "key" that is necessary for the "handshake" that will allow the car to start.
Yes, you do need to transfer it to the new key head.

 

Thanks!

I had moved it over to the new key head under the premise that it wouldn't be there if it wasn't needed.

 

This was interesting, I have never seen such a device in the 993 keys. As mentioned above, it is presumably a security chip.
As far as I know was no 993 factory equipped with a key recognition system. The Porsche Drive Block immobilizer rely on a RF transmitted signal from the key fob only, and there's no key transceiver circuitry in either the door or the ignition locks. However, this could be an aftermarket solution.
Cheers,
Tore

 

It's a key head from a 986/996 without alarm.

 

Can I remove the glass capsule / security chip?

My 993 was built in April 1996. I suspect it came with the switchblade key/remote and was converted by a previous owner.

 

Sure, the 993 does not work with a transponder.

 

Thanks Gert!

Thanks Tore!

 

By coincidence, I just got a new key head from Suncoast with the LED light