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Replacing Your Volkswagen Key If you have lost your Volkswagen key, you'll need a replacement. Finding a new one at the dealer will cost you money and take time to wait for it to arrive. It is tempting to purchase second-hand VW keys online or in stores that sell them. These keys won't be able to deactivate the immobiliser that comes with your vehicle. Battery Replacement Modern electronic key fobs offer greater convenience and function compared to the old-school manual keys, however they'll never have a problem with battery life or stop working over time. If your VW's key fob stops responding to press buttons or you notice it takes longer than normal for the lock/unlock buttons to work it could be an indication that your battery is dying and needs replacement. To complete this task it is necessary to use an CR2032 battery as well as a small screwdriver. The battery panel is usually located below the Volkswagen logo. Open the key by pressing the metal key. Press up on the panel to let it go, then press down on the button on the key fob again to re-insert it with the new battery, ensuring that the positive side is facing downwards. After you're done take the key fob remote back in its place and you'll be good to go for your next drive around Phoenixville or King of Prussia! The Suntrup Volkswagen team is happy to answer any queries regarding car care at home, such as how to change your cabin air filter or tires. Contact us today to find out more about our auto services offers and to schedule an appointment at our dealership in Paradise Valley. Emergency Key or Bayonet Key Even older VW models come with what's known as an emergency key or bayonet. These keys don't require power to unlock your car or turn the motor on when they are placed below the ignition. The downside is that you don't have keyless entry or push button start capabilities. This is why it's important to have a spare Volkswagen key. If your VW key doesn't function It's not because of a dead battery. It may be that it requires to be changed. It's not necessary to bring your vehicle to a dealer to get this service. An automotive locksmith can perform this task. You'll need to have a few things in your possession for programming the car fob. To begin you'll need the year and type of Volkswagen key you have. You'll also need to have the original of your vehicle's registration or title. These documents will help you save time when ordering a brand new VW key. You can then take your vehicle to an auto shop for programming. In most cases, it's a fairly simple procedure that should take less than an hour. After the process is completed and you're ready to leave from the dealership near Pittsford or Webster with an operational key. Key Fob Replacement Modern VWs have key fobs that aren't only keys, but also high-tech anti-theft devices. When you press the button on your VW keyfob, the microchip transmits an encoded code that informs your car it's the correct key to unlock and start. The key fobs have a chip that is used to control features such as remote lock and push button start. If your Volkswagen keyfob has stopped working properly, you may have to replace the battery. You can usually detect if this is the case by how frequently you have to press the lock or unlock button. If you have to press the lock/unlock button repeatedly, it is likely that the battery has to be replaced. volkswagen car key replacement cost G28CarKeys on your Volkswagen keyfob might be stuck or moved. Because the key fob spends long periods of time being tossed around, this can be common and can be fixed by gently prying off the fob, and then trying to manually adjust the buttons. If the problem is serious it is necessary to take the key fob into a locksmith and have it replaced. The dealer will need to reprogram the computer of your vehicle to recognize your key fob, if it has a transponder. This is costly. An auto locksmith is able to reprogram the computer for you and save you the cost of a dealership visit. Transponder Chip Replacement The majority of VW's built after 1995 come with a transponder chip within their keys. The chip disables the immobiliser standard which stops the car from starting without keys. If you've lost the key or it stopped working, you will need a brand new Volkswagen key. A locksmith can make a new key to fit your Volkswagen whatever kind of key it is (chip key fob with intelligent chip or remote with “push-to-start” or a regular key with no transponder). If you don't have spare keys, they can make one for you. But you'll need to bring evidence of ownership of the vehicle (vehicle registration, title certificate etc. ). Contact us immediately if are miles away from home and are unable to locate your Volkswagen key. We'll dispatch a mobile locksmith to unlock your VW door for you, without causing damage to it, saving you a great deal of hassle and money. Chris was driving a Volkswagen Golf when he became locked out. He tried calling the dealer however, he was given a hefty estimate and a long waiting time. So Chris decided to try Pop-A Lock. We provided him with a price prior to the time of arrival. Within 20 minutes, a locksmith was at his car to begin work. Chris now has an entirely new and fully functional chip key.