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My new A4 Avant 05 plate only came with one key remote. I really think I need another one, anyone got any ideas? I'm worried this is going to be expensive from the main Audi dealer?
I have found one on ebay from HOng Kong here : - it kind of looks like mine, but this one has a panic button? :
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Audi-...2V#ht_4655wt_0
just wondering what the best procedure for this is? and roughly the kind of money I should expect to pay?
Even if the Ebay key is the right freq. you still need the dealer to code it to the immob.
Its best to get one from a dealer, saves a lot of hassle later on
oh right, that sounds expensive. how much do you think?
Are you sitting down??
Last time I checked for getting a new key for my Golf I was quoted something like £160 to £180 (Can't remember exactly, was a few years ago!)
So I would plan for not far off £200!!!
Scandalous, I know!! The only way to get around this is to buy the correct key off of eBay and get hold of your immobilisers SKC code either through the tag on the keys (Which I don't think they put on the 05 Audi's, sucks I know cause I wanted it too1) or to get hold of a copy of Vag-Tacho (Very expensive, not really worth it unless you are thinking of going into the business of providing keys for Audi's and VW's!! Hmm.... there's an idea!)
At the end of the day, the least hassle method is to get the dealer to do it for you :(
As an aside, did you buy it from an Audi dealer? If so, they should have given you another key! Failing that, I believe there was a recall for the A4's where the key's were being replaced under warranty due to them failing early. You could be lucky and not have had this done, and get two keys FOC! But this would require a dealer that a) Knows what they are talking about and b) Being kind enough to admit that this needed done!
Cheers
Paul :D
no such luck, it was not from a main dealer unfortunately. Gutted.
I am a auto locksmith based in nottingham. I can send you a NEW remote cut to your car if you know your key number. is yours 2 or 3 button remote?Quote:
Originally Posted by thecount
2 button remotes are £75 and the 3 button remotes are £85 that includes postage and cutting. If you let me know where you are i can find the nearest auto locksmith to program it for you.
cheers
martyn
hi, I have no idea of the number, unfortunately there was not much with the car. where would I get the number from?
Its a 3 button key btw.
Also, how much would a key cost to program?
Both my a4 keys have failed, AUDI dealer has ordered 2 new ones, I have been told they order them direct from Germany.been waiting 4 weeks, any one have any idea of time I should have to wait.
The car is under warranty and both keys to be replaced.
Any one else had both keys fail????
Flipkey,
There was a recall on the A4 due to the keys possibly failing, I assume that your car has missed this!!
I assume that Audi are paying for the replacements??
Paul :D
The audi dealers will be able to give you this infomation, ou will have to provide your log book and if your lucky they wont charge you.Quote:
Originally Posted by thecount
The cost of programming should be around £25, thats how much i charge for programming. If you let me know your area i can get some quotes for you.