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Old 01-29-2018 | 01:53 AM
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Thank you very much!
Old 03-28-2018 | 12:19 PM
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I just did this too, and it went smoothly, thanks for the guide.

Two minor tips: to open the key, I was able to squeeze it from the sides, and provoke a little crack next to the metal, where I could insert the screwdriver and pop it open. Secondly, the little circuit board isn't installed so much as dropped in, it isn't held by anything until the two halves go back together.

I have to say that for the price, I was a bit disappointed that the silver strip is just painted plastic. I though it was aluminium, but sadly no.
Old 03-28-2018 | 04:26 PM
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You can NOT do it with this one too.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Buttons-R...dajOLy&vxp=mtr

sorry for the misdirect.

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Old 03-28-2018 | 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by tekkie
mine was a 1 button from a 2000 c2 it works perfect
Based on this, I just ordered one from Sunset for $133.00.
Old 03-28-2018 | 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by fpb111

This is NOT TRUE. Your key will NOT fit in the ebay link...I know because I bought both and even after heavy modifing the ebay key does not work at all.
Old 03-29-2018 | 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by swiftvision
This is NOT TRUE. Your key will NOT fit in the ebay link...I know because I bought both and even after heavy modifing the ebay key does not work at all.
Pics? Which part of the key does not fit?

Swift is right that one, PN deleted, does not work.
sorry for the misdirect.

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Old 05-15-2018 | 08:48 PM
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Just did mine. Previous owner gave me the second key that was trashed. Put new fob on it and all is good.
Old 05-16-2018 | 03:25 AM
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I upgraded to the GT Keyfob....looks great and easy to do for both keys. 997 Keyfob upgrade does not work...I tried this.
Old 05-16-2018 | 01:34 PM
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For extra security I just dripped some candle wax on the pill. Mine were glued in, with silicone?
Old 03-27-2019 | 03:08 PM
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So the "911" key will or will not work with a one button '99 key pill? I would be transferring everything over like the original poster, not asking the dealer to reprogram.
Old 03-27-2019 | 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by DGI
So the "911" key will or will not work with a one button '99 key pill? I would be transferring everything over like the original poster, not asking the dealer to reprogram.
If your current key works then transfer over the circuit board and pill into the "911" key and youre good to go
Old 03-27-2019 | 06:31 PM
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Originally Posted by dan_189
If your current key works then transfer over the circuit board and pill into the "911" key and youre good to go
i can also confirm it is that easy....i love the key.
Old 01-11-2024 | 10:21 PM
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A couple of questions:
- does the pill need to be in one direction or the other (i.e. clear or green end in certain place) or is it ok as long as it is just in there?
- to test, if I take the pill out and say, leave it in the house temporarily, should the key work and start the car?
- mine does the thing currently where pressing the fob buttons results in the 911 light staying on - assuming the pill is in, the directions below should remedy the situation? And if they do not, i need to see my dealer?

  • Unlock the driver's door with the key;
  • Open the door and insert the key in the ignition within 10 secs (not sure if it's necessary to turn on the ignition?);
  • Press and hold the central locking button on the remote control for about 5 secs.



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