New A6 owner....only one key :O(
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New A6 owner....only one key :O(
I wasn't expecting to join Audi Forums.....but the test drive was all it took to sway me from BMW, at least this time around . Anyhow, nice looking forum and I'm happy to be here.
So I purchased an '01 A6 4.2 last week. Everything is great w/ the exception of only having one key. I have the remote "flip key" and no valet key to back it up.
I've done a bit of research and made a few phone calls regarding the matter and it looks as if the dealer I talked to is leading me on to make a few bucks. Dealer says they can cut a valet key, but not a remote ket. Dealer said the remote key can ONLY be made in Germany??? Is this true?
I found key programming instructions on a TT SIG, so what gives? Do I need to pay the $100 for a dealer valet key, or can I get them to cut it and program myself to save a few bucks? TIA
Aaron
So I purchased an '01 A6 4.2 last week. Everything is great w/ the exception of only having one key. I have the remote "flip key" and no valet key to back it up.
I've done a bit of research and made a few phone calls regarding the matter and it looks as if the dealer I talked to is leading me on to make a few bucks. Dealer says they can cut a valet key, but not a remote ket. Dealer said the remote key can ONLY be made in Germany??? Is this true?
I found key programming instructions on a TT SIG, so what gives? Do I need to pay the $100 for a dealer valet key, or can I get them to cut it and program myself to save a few bucks? TIA
Aaron
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RE: New A6 owner....only one key :O(
Aseem-
Dealers drive me nuts.
I've had a few dealer experiences over the years (mostly BMW) where the dealer tried to play me for a fool. Unfortunately, these experiences have made me overly cautious and even defensive at times. There's often a cheaper/easier option available, but the dealer won't divulge the info. Don't get me wrong, they don't always know all the options.....but they generally aren't interested in saving a customer a few bucks to keep them coming back in the future.
Oh well. Hope I get some responses to my querry.
Aaron
Dealers drive me nuts.
I've had a few dealer experiences over the years (mostly BMW) where the dealer tried to play me for a fool. Unfortunately, these experiences have made me overly cautious and even defensive at times. There's often a cheaper/easier option available, but the dealer won't divulge the info. Don't get me wrong, they don't always know all the options.....but they generally aren't interested in saving a customer a few bucks to keep them coming back in the future.
Oh well. Hope I get some responses to my querry.
Aaron
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RE: New A6 owner....only one key :O(
Im a locksmith, the shop has the stuff to copy and make valet key.
I did have to get a key at Audi once. The key cut to code and shipped
to the dealer for pickup was $80. New remotes are still made by Audi, the ones on
E Bay seem to all be used. Audi in 2001, starting using transponders so the key will need to be programed to the car. A programer is needed, we use a T Code computer. To copy the keys are the same if they have the high secury duplicator, check with local
locksmiths
I did have to get a key at Audi once. The key cut to code and shipped
to the dealer for pickup was $80. New remotes are still made by Audi, the ones on
E Bay seem to all be used. Audi in 2001, starting using transponders so the key will need to be programed to the car. A programer is needed, we use a T Code computer. To copy the keys are the same if they have the high secury duplicator, check with local
locksmiths
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RE: New A6 owner....only one key :O(
ORIGINAL: Aaron_W
I wasn't expecting to join Audi Forums.....but the test drive was all it took to sway me from BMW, at least this time around . Anyhow, nice looking forum and I'm happy to be here.
So I purchased an '01 A6 4.2 last week. Everything is great w/ the exception of only having one key. I have the remote "flip key" and no valet key to back it up.
I've done a bit of research and made a few phone calls regarding the matter and it looks as if the dealer I talked to is leading me on to make a few bucks. Dealer says they can cut a valet key, but not a remote ket. Dealer said the remote key can ONLY be made in Germany??? Is this true?
I found key programming instructions on a TT SIG, so what gives? Do I need to pay the $100 for a dealer valet key, or can I get them to cut it and program myself to save a few bucks? TIA
Aaron
I wasn't expecting to join Audi Forums.....but the test drive was all it took to sway me from BMW, at least this time around . Anyhow, nice looking forum and I'm happy to be here.
So I purchased an '01 A6 4.2 last week. Everything is great w/ the exception of only having one key. I have the remote "flip key" and no valet key to back it up.
I've done a bit of research and made a few phone calls regarding the matter and it looks as if the dealer I talked to is leading me on to make a few bucks. Dealer says they can cut a valet key, but not a remote ket. Dealer said the remote key can ONLY be made in Germany??? Is this true?
I found key programming instructions on a TT SIG, so what gives? Do I need to pay the $100 for a dealer valet key, or can I get them to cut it and program myself to save a few bucks? TIA
Aaron
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RE: New A6 owner....only one key :O(
I actually went to the dealership last week for a second key (remote included) they told me 140 to make a replacement key... I stood behind that counter and laughed. The break down was $35 for a new key. $95 for the remote and programming and 10$ for new batteries. My suggestion is to go out ebay and buy an unused remote from someone for about 20 - 30 bucks goto audi and get the key cut and have them snap it in together. I ended up paying only $60 for my new key because $140 for a spare key is REDICULOUS!
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RE: New A6 owner....only one key :O(
try streetkeys.com
I have programed a few of there keys
there prices are better than I can do
on my own. They will send you the key
and give you info on who they are contracted with
to cut and program the key.
I have programed a few of there keys
there prices are better than I can do
on my own. They will send you the key
and give you info on who they are contracted with
to cut and program the key.
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RE: New A6 owner....only one key :O(
I'm going to check that Street Keys link, too. Just for the record I called two dealers in my area and one of them flat out refused to work with any parts I supplied, and both of them wanted something in the neighborhood of $400 for a switchblade key. I have two keys but no switchblade/no remote. The local stereo/alarm store quoted me $140 for a key chain remote so I can unlock my doors and let my girl into the car without walking around to the driver's side...
And I was happy about it.
And I was happy about it.