Great tutorial, much appreciated! Something I didn't understand when I first watched that might help others is with the newer model which VW and Audi don't make easily serviceable the "easy button" is to use a very small set of needle-nose pliers, select a drill bit or Dremel bit to cut away just enough of the plastic to get the tips of the pliers on either side of the locking pin just deep enough to get a grip on the pin, perhaps 1/8" and pull the pin straight out with the pliers. The pin can be reinserted to put the original case back together. In our situation the key fob had been washed and the panic button was sticking and I just needed to clean out the enclosure.
Good video, thank you. I had the 2nd type and instead of drilling I just punched the pin through the two plastic walls behind it, it went through fairly easy and didn't damage the circuit board.
i dont mean to be so offtopic but does anybody know of a tool to get back into an instagram account..? I somehow lost the password. I would love any tricks you can give me
@Dwayne Collin I really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and Im trying it out atm. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will reply here later with my results.
Buddy, this video was sooooo sooooo helpful, I did a fob change because the old one was broken and held together with tape, I replaced it but the fob no longer worked and couldn't work out why until I watched this video so thanks a lot BIG TIME. 😁😁😁😁😁
thanks! I had an old style audi remote (1997) and couldnt find a replacement. SOo I ordered the VW old key you showed, took it apart, put in the chip, made a new key cut and closed it. worked like a charm. The only sad thing is that the circuit is too big to fit in the VW key. back to manual hehe
On the older style of VW remotes 2009 and Older. The key fob can be removed by firmly pulling the two parts appart with a left to right motion. No need to mess with the screw to get to the board or the battery.
fantastic video. and you showed both. older style is pretty simple then for the most part. i panicked bcz i wondered how can you replace with a new casing one of these keys.. but its fairly simple and easy. Luckily i dont have to yet, its worn a bit but still ok. Anyway nice vid.
for the newer style key fob I managed to push out the pin out! I removed the Volkswagen logo from the back. Where the logo used to be, I drilled 2mm deep hole, off the centre, to the right(towards the blade) ! Than I pushed it out with a screwdriver!!
Hey i have the first type of key you showed but with the Audi logo. So do I have to remove the audi logo? because it be a shame if i remove the logo and there is no screw. Last question is, is there a way on stiffening the flip mechanism of the blade because mine is quite loose.
You can take the pin out without damaging anything. Use a small punch and tap it in approx 3mm and you can then push it back through once it’s apart to remove it completely, and then punch it back through again when it’s all back together 👍🏼
Not sure if this comment thread is still going but if anyone knows... I would like to know if it's possible to transfer the key and transponder guts from the 1-piece key fob to the 2 piece key fob. I have a 2011 VW Jetta. I can find plenty of 2 piece replacements online, but cannot find the 1 piece case replacement. thanks!!!!
Hi, are the switch blade mechanism the same on the two keys? I have broken the rotating part of the model with the metal pin. Can I order the other remote (that opens easily) just to get the rotating part to fix mine? Thank's!
Hi I’m trying to replace the buttons on my remote because they are terribly damaged is that possible to do without reprogramming the remote? I have a VW Jetta 2014 SE.
Hello had a question I have a damaged ! VW key the cases are not cheap had a friend who totaled his Audi he gave me his old 3 button key fob looks like mine but Audi has a little slant tip and VW has a round square body can I swap inside board innerds ..and the key .... Save me some 🙂 $
I damaged the rfid chip rectangular shape on the narrow side of the chip. Now it can not start the car. It open and close the cars doors and windows but when I try to start it says ( key not found) it cranks for 2 seconds then turns off. Any help thanks
you don't have to destroy, drill out pin or drill two holes... you just need to punch that pin in, it goes all way in (breaks just little plastic piece inside the key case. pin gets all way in and frees up so you can pry it. ANd after you ope your key fob, you can have that pin to insert back when assembling it back
I put my chip, switchblade and internals into my new case, yet now “no key” is displayed when the key is in the ignition, but the key still locks and unlocks the car. Any help?
hey i had a question, i accidentally broke(i think it very well could have been broken before) the immobilizer chip in my key, i dont want to try using it since i read peoples get messed up and have to be fixed by the dealer, will it still work if it is cracked? not sure, like i said im afraid to try it
I have a 2012 VW Jetta TDI and the key blade broke out of the fob swing arm. I took the battery out and replace with a type 2 swing arm (note: arm will not swing properly but it will hold the key). After putting the remote back together the remote buttons works, but now the car is saying "No KEY" when I try to start. It is not a keyless start. I thought that the IMMO code would hold even if the battery was removed. The remote held the ENVRO codes to open and close the doors. Any help? I only have the one key and am no stuck. TDI Love from Chicago...
WARNING! Never knock(or push) the pin in on a remote that you wish to keep the board. The pin MIGHT knock off a micro resistor an the immobilizer RFID will render the board unable to work inside the remote casing. To remove the board: Drill a hole under the pin and pry the remote open. This mistake costs me $400. I like the old two part VW remotes. TDI Love from Chicago...
Hi there I need HELP !!! I own a 2003 Jetta 4 TDI 1.9 I have older model key (blue with silver logo) (two button) I replaced my battery but key does not work, I looked everywhere for "How to reprogram key" but cant find that works with older model key Will you please help me....or push me in the right direction.. THANKS
Thanks so much for sharing this! It was exactly what i was looking for! I would like to mention though, that my 2010 VW Beetle has the one with the larger of the 2 VW emblems on it. (the one that has the screw behind the VW emblem)------So maybe they changed in 2011 but not 2009 or 2010.
Same here, exactly what I were looking for. About what year they change the keys: I think they change the keys at different generations depending on models. I drive a Transporter T5.1 2010 and have the key with the smaller logo. So I conclude that they must have switched the key generations at different years.
If you mean buying a key already cut to your car, there are sellers on AliExpress who do that. You just buy a key from them and send them a high-resolution picture of the current one so they can cut the new one exactly.
Just don't try to remove the little immobilizer - it's very fragile and usually stuck/glued in there. Rather place the plastic piece with it, inside the steering column 'very close' to where the key enters - the receiver antenna is located outside around the barrel so it has to be the closest possible to the antenna
hey how are you i currently bought a Volkswagen MK4 2000 1J type and the key i received is not the flip one but just the ordinary key with remote locking and i was wandering if i can do a swap from the normal key to the flip key and i also have problems with the remote locking pleas help thank you.
Good video, however the small retaining pin on the side of the key don't go drilling it out or putting extra holes etc it'll look a right mess. Get a small dart or pin and just punch it through into the inside of the case! Otherwise good tutorial 👍
WARNING! Never knock(or push) the pin in on a remote that you wish to keep the board. I don't care how good you think you are. The pin MIGHT knock off a micro resistor on the immobilizer RFID side of the circuit and will render the RFID unable to communicate inside the remote casing. You will see "NO KEY" on dash and the car will start and stop immediately. To remove the board: Drill a hole under the pin and pry the remote open. This mistake costs me $400. I like the old two part VW remotes. If you can find a way to pull the pin out, without tearing up the case, please let us all know. TDI Love from Chicago...
the fucking pin isn't going inside enough and I can't open the damn key, already have the replacement case but oh god why is this so hard, it's just a plastic case
This is freakin awful. Such overkill security and a nifty way to return to the dealership, and dabble through the ecm, even after years of ownership and personal maintainence.
WARNING, WARNING, WARNING: While this is great video, there is a HUGE GOTCHA that you must be warned of. Removing that glass transponder is a nightmare to deal with in many keys. Mine is super glued in heavily and deeply bathing it inside the nail polish remover for over 30 minutes only helped to soften limited area, and the transponder is not budging when I try to wiggle it out. I know any pressure will easily crack this fragile piece. I've been wiggling with this part for 1 hour now with no success, and trying to figure how to break this thing apart ever so gently so that I can remove that transponder.
Finally got the transponder removed, and now the new key looks and work great. It took about 90 minutes just to repeat the process of soaking in nail polish remover, carefully scraping of loosened glue with a pointed pick, and shaving off the sidewall with a razor blade just to remove the fragile transponder.
Where the hell is this "small gap where you can insert a pry"? Because I have spent 20 min trying everything from a dental pick to a razor blade to get this damn VW logo off my key and all I've managed to do is fuck up the VW logo
change the comment during the movie as there are plenty of tools which can code keys to 2007+ vw and audi. i know at least 3 GENUINE!!!! ones not china fakes
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Dude, you just gave me a brand new vehicle. Hasn't worked for I've a year and the lock on the driver door is gummed up. Thanks so much!
Great tutorial, much appreciated! Something I didn't understand when I first watched that might help others is with the newer model which VW and Audi don't make easily serviceable the "easy button" is to use a very small set of needle-nose pliers, select a drill bit or Dremel bit to cut away just enough of the plastic to get the tips of the pliers on either side of the locking pin just deep enough to get a grip on the pin, perhaps 1/8" and pull the pin straight out with the pliers. The pin can be reinserted to put the original case back together. In our situation the key fob had been washed and the panic button was sticking and I just needed to clean out the enclosure.
Good video, thank you. I had the 2nd type and instead of drilling I just punched the pin through the two plastic walls behind it, it went through fairly easy and didn't damage the circuit board.
i dont mean to be so offtopic but does anybody know of a tool to get back into an instagram account..?
I somehow lost the password. I would love any tricks you can give me
@Albert Gannon instablaster ;)
@Dwayne Collin I really appreciate your reply. I found the site on google and Im trying it out atm.
Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will reply here later with my results.
Buddy, this video was sooooo sooooo helpful, I did a fob change because the old one was broken and held together with tape, I replaced it but the fob no longer worked and couldn't work out why until I watched this video so thanks a lot BIG TIME. 😁😁😁😁😁
thanks! I had an old style audi remote (1997) and couldnt find a replacement. SOo I ordered the VW old key you showed, took it apart, put in the chip, made a new key cut and closed it. worked like a charm. The only sad thing is that the circuit is too big to fit in the VW key. back to manual hehe
Another good video Chitty, the forum has gone crap since you sold it, the links don't work now
Thank you, I was struggling to get the spring working right and this fixed it
Thank you for the tutorial - the putting back the key with counterclock wise action is very important - I missed it first time and the key wont open!
On the older style of VW remotes 2009 and Older. The key fob can be removed by firmly pulling the two parts appart with a left to right motion. No need to mess with the screw to get to the board or the battery.
fantastic video. and you showed both. older style is pretty simple then for the most part. i panicked bcz i wondered how can you replace with a new casing one of these keys.. but its fairly simple and easy. Luckily i dont have to yet, its worn a bit but still ok. Anyway nice vid.
Your presentation solved my challenge, thanks a million
for the newer style key fob I managed to push out the pin
out! I removed the Volkswagen logo from the back. Where the logo used to be, I drilled 2mm deep hole, off the centre, to the right(towards the blade) ! Than I pushed it out with a screwdriver!!
The "surgery" went very well. Thank you! The only difficulty was to get the metal VW patch off... all else was exactly as you said.
At 2:15 you talk about the RIF chip. How do you remove it? Is it glued in? I'm afraid to break it!
Hey i have the first type of key you showed but with the Audi logo. So do I have to remove the audi logo? because it be a shame if i remove the logo and there is no screw.
Last question is, is there a way on stiffening the flip mechanism of the blade because mine is quite loose.
Thanks man, I just did this and now I can replace this old ugly case, and didn't break it. (just in case replacement was wrong)
You can take the pin out without damaging anything. Use a small punch and tap it in approx 3mm and you can then push it back through once it’s apart to remove it completely, and then punch it back through again when it’s all back together 👍🏼
so touching for an excellent video
Not sure if this comment thread is still going but if anyone knows... I would like to know if it's possible to transfer the key and transponder guts from the 1-piece key fob to the 2 piece key fob. I have a 2011 VW Jetta. I can find plenty of 2 piece replacements online, but cannot find the 1 piece case replacement. thanks!!!!
VERY VERY HELPFUL EVEN FOR SOMEONE LIKE ME THANK YOU 1000 TIMES
Aww... no tips on how to get the rfid chip out?
Hi, are the switch blade mechanism the same on the two keys? I have broken the rotating part of the model with the metal pin. Can I order the other remote (that opens easily) just to get the rotating part to fix mine? Thank's!
thanks almost there with mine, the key blade part is pretty well stuck on mine
Hi I’m trying to replace the buttons on my remote because they are terribly damaged is that possible to do without reprogramming the remote? I have a VW Jetta 2014 SE.
Hello had a question I have a damaged ! VW key the cases are not cheap had a friend who totaled his Audi he gave me his old 3 button key fob looks like mine but Audi has a little slant tip and VW has a round square body can I swap inside board innerds ..and the key .... Save me some 🙂 $
Great video! but missed the push in screws that hold the board in place... a pain to take out with out damaging the board itself .
Is it the chip in the bottom of the remote that controls the alarm and locking and unlocking?
I damaged the rfid chip rectangular shape on the narrow side of the chip. Now it can not start the car. It open and close the cars doors and windows but when I try to start it says ( key not found) it cranks for 2 seconds then turns off. Any help thanks
What are the two capacitors in the circuit that are easy to dismantle?
Can you use the “new” style key replacement or aftermarket to work on a older Jetta like an 07
Probably not! Far as I know you can program the old keys to the car but not the new ones, hence newer ones are encrypted
you don't have to destroy, drill out pin or drill two holes... you just need to punch that pin in, it goes all way in (breaks just little plastic piece inside the key case. pin gets all way in and frees up so you can pry it. ANd after you ope your key fob, you can have that pin to insert back when assembling it back
I bought a used key. How can I remove or destroy the transponder without destroying the remote control.
I put my chip, switchblade and internals into my new case, yet now “no key” is displayed when the key is in the ignition, but the key still locks and unlocks the car. Any help?
Hi I own a Audi a4 2003,I bought an empty shell but the blade part I just cannot get it open to remove the transponder,any ideas?
Awesome details great Job. Hope you post more Thank you!
I have qwestion if we loose chip id48 and we have another same it works same or not
hey i had a question, i accidentally broke(i think it very well could have been broken before) the immobilizer chip in my key, i dont want to try using it since i read peoples get messed up and have to be fixed by the dealer, will it still work if it is cracked? not sure, like i said im afraid to try it
The switchblade holder broke causing the key to fall off. Where can I get a replacement switchblade?
Very good video and info. Thanks.
I have a 2012 VW Jetta TDI and the key blade broke out of the fob swing arm. I took the battery out and replace with a type 2 swing arm (note: arm will not swing properly but it will hold the key). After putting the remote back together the remote buttons works, but now the car is saying "No KEY" when I try to start. It is not a keyless start. I thought that the IMMO code would hold even if the battery was removed. The remote held the ENVRO codes to open and close the doors. Any help? I only have the one key and am no stuck.
TDI Love from Chicago...
WARNING! Never knock(or push) the pin in on a remote that you wish to keep the board. The pin MIGHT knock off a micro resistor an the immobilizer RFID will render the board unable to work inside the remote casing. To remove the board: Drill a hole under the pin and pry the remote open. This mistake costs me $400. I like the old two part VW remotes.
TDI Love from Chicago...
How did you get a new key?..mine broke too
Hi there I need HELP !!!
I own a 2003 Jetta 4 TDI 1.9
I have older model key (blue with silver logo) (two button)
I replaced my battery but key does not work, I looked everywhere for "How to reprogram key" but cant find that works with older model key
Will you please help me....or push me in the right direction.. THANKS
48 m chips
We can replace or new spare key here in Bolingbrook
How to best remove the immobiliser chip without breaking it ? WD40 ? Thinner ?
Thanks so much for sharing this! It was exactly what i was looking for!
I would like to mention though, that my 2010 VW Beetle has the one with the larger of the 2 VW emblems on it.
(the one that has the screw behind the VW emblem)------So maybe they changed in 2011 but not 2009 or 2010.
Same here, exactly what I were looking for. About what year they change the keys: I think they change the keys at different generations depending on models. I drive a Transporter T5.1 2010 and have the key with the smaller logo. So I conclude that they must have switched the key generations at different years.
Any suggestions on where to buy a cut key online?
If you mean buying a key already cut to your car, there are sellers on AliExpress who do that. You just buy a key from them and send them a high-resolution picture of the current one so they can cut the new one exactly.
can you fit the old chip in the new remote? please answer
Is it possible to swap the MKIV computer board and imobilizer to the newer key fob case?
Lazaro Carreiro hi.. did you succeed?
The little screw under the logo on mine is pretty stripped, anyone have a good way to get it out?
Just don't try to remove the little immobilizer - it's very fragile and usually stuck/glued in there. Rather place the plastic piece with it, inside the steering column 'very close' to where the key enters - the receiver antenna is located outside around the barrel so it has to be the closest possible to the antenna
How would you replace the panic button
hey how are you i currently bought a Volkswagen MK4 2000 1J type and the key i received is not the flip one but just the ordinary key with remote locking and i was wandering if i can do a swap from the normal key to the flip key and i also have problems with the remote locking pleas help thank you.
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For the record as a automotive locksmith we can program the can keys ( the second one)
How do I take out the sensor that looks like rice?
Good video, however the small retaining pin on the side of the key don't go drilling it out or putting extra holes etc it'll look a right mess. Get a small dart or pin and just punch it through into the inside of the case!
Otherwise good tutorial 👍
Are there any videos on youtube of someone actually swapping over the PCB & RFID chip into a replacement case for VW or Audi...?
I'd like to see the RFIC chip move to the new case, as well
My key is loose and trying to turn the car off can take upwards of 5-8 min just wiggling back and fourth until it registers.
2005 audi a8 I want to get a newer fob like 2012 models, but I call audi and they said they cant upgrade because its a 2005. Is this true?
How do you replace the curcuit??
And would I have to reprogram the key part ?
Thanks! You just got me out of trouble..
I have a 2008 Vw touarge and my trunk button stop working if I get another use key or new one could I change the key part and that chip
PUSHRODCHUCK FRAUSTO photo of you
Hey thanks for the upload. I'm having issues with the open button basically to unlock it doesn't work any help would be great
I have the same problem?? Did you o ready fine the problem??
Hello everyone! I need the scheme of this board... i have 3 components accidentally broken. Can someone help me? Thanks!
Same Problem here, found sth?
Same problem. Could someone measure two elements behind the wall, where pin going through
Unfortunately, my VW badge was glued to the FOB and I destroyed it in the process of disassembly :-(
Dennis Connors you can get the stickers on eBay. Only a few quid.
I made a new key on my 2012 Skoda Octavia FL with a used key and new transponder
Very helpful..thank you
thank you for this video! save me $100
WARNING! Never knock(or push) the pin in on a remote that you wish to keep the board. I don't care how good you think you are. The pin MIGHT knock off a micro resistor on the immobilizer RFID side of the circuit and will render the RFID unable to communicate inside the remote casing. You will see "NO KEY" on dash and the car will start and stop immediately. To remove the board: Drill a hole under the pin and pry the remote open. This mistake costs me $400. I like the old two part VW remotes. If you can find a way to pull the pin out, without tearing up the case, please let us all know.
TDI Love from Chicago...
Are you saying that if you push the pin in it touches parts on the pcb and damages it? was this done deliberately by manufacturers you think?
You just saved me £180.00 :)
Great video. Had viewed hundreds but found yours to be the best. Was helpful to change the flip key with the new pin type.
thanks , helpful video
thanks
the fucking pin isn't going inside enough and I can't open the damn key, already have the replacement case but oh god why is this so hard, it's just a plastic case
This is freakin awful. Such overkill security and a nifty way to return to the dealership, and dabble through the ecm, even after years of ownership and personal maintainence.
WARNING, WARNING, WARNING: While this is great video, there is a HUGE GOTCHA that you must be warned of. Removing that glass transponder is a nightmare to deal with in many keys. Mine is super glued in heavily and deeply bathing it inside the nail polish remover for over 30 minutes only helped to soften limited area, and the transponder is not budging when I try to wiggle it out. I know any pressure will easily crack this fragile piece. I've been wiggling with this part for 1 hour now with no success, and trying to figure how to break this thing apart ever so gently so that I can remove that transponder.
Finally got the transponder removed, and now the new key looks and work great. It took about 90 minutes just to repeat the process of soaking in nail polish remover, carefully scraping of loosened glue with a pointed pick, and shaving off the sidewall with a razor blade just to remove the fragile transponder.
Drive that pin down 1/4 "pop it open
Where the hell is this "small gap where you can insert a pry"? Because I have spent 20 min trying everything from a dental pick to a razor blade to get this damn VW logo off my key and all I've managed to do is fuck up the VW logo
change the comment during the movie as there are plenty of tools which can code keys to 2007+ vw and audi. i know at least 3 GENUINE!!!! ones not china fakes
Nerd
hI , I have the round button type and i took the screw out but it will not come apart. have you done one of this type?
HELP !
Thanks
Hello brother. I replaced my clutch soliniod disconnected battery now it won't crank 2006 tdi.any thoughts endless thanks