So I go to start my car Saturday, turn the key and nothing... Battery is fine (dashboard lights up, all the normal icons come on), clutch is in (to the best ...
Nathan Dana
phishy20_1@...
Nov 4, 2002 7:35 pm
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Nathan, Did it at least turn over and then stall(stop) which would indicate a bad imobilizer key? Will 1987 GTI 16V 99.5 GTI GLX 01 Eurovan GLS with 24V VR6 02...
Is the immobilizer light flashing when you try to start it? If so, put the key in the driver's door lock, and lock and unlock the car 15 or so times. This...
I've got a 2k Golf GLS and it has the immobilizer thingy, well, I bought it used, not from VW and all it came with was the Valet key, no remote or anything....
Nope, the immobilizer doesn't seem to be the issue. Doesn't flash the light on the dash, and doesn't try to start (starter motor doesn't even get initiated). ...
Nathan Dana
phishy20_1@...
Nov 4, 2002 8:36 pm
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Have you tried talking to the person you purchased the car from? I'd be pretty skeptical of anyone who sold me a VW with only the valet key. If you want new...
Yeah, I tried to call him (he leased it, so it was then sold at auction, then to the local dealership I got it from (not VW), I never got the call back....
Yeah a new key/remote will be about $200+, but I remember someone on VW Vortex saying that when they lsot their keys VW wouldn't just replace them. They...
Keypad only for 2k's: 1J0 959 753 F (oval keypad) 1J0 959 753 T (square keypad) vwparts.com has an (AM revision on the P/N) for $108.53. ...
It's Lee
webmaster@...
Nov 4, 2002 9:23 pm
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If it's as easy as quoting the VIN I'm scared. I could walk up to any VW, copy the VIN, order the key and be done with it. I hope there is more to it!! ... ...
you dont need to spend all kinda of money to get the keys you can get the remotes off of ebay for about 30 bucks a piece and all you have to do is get new key...
S. Heinemann
hiney@...
Nov 5, 2002 12:38 am
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Haven't tried it with VW, but have with many other makes... scary thing is that you CAN get a key made at most dealers with nothing but a VIN. You may need to...
Ever see Gone in 60 Seconds? Ordering a key from the dealer was the only way to steal the Benzes...they have keys just like ours. -Nick ... From: "Geoff...
I was told that it would cost over $300 for a new key, so I should keep track of the key codes and the original keys. Get those real keys if at all possible. ...
Actually, the locksmith across the street has made me backup keys that will get in the door. You don't even have to have the dealer cut the keys. ... BJ Clark ...
I just bought a new Golf 1.8T and lost the spare key, The keys in our cars have nothing to do with the ones in the Benzes from 60 seconds.. Those have an...
Actually, our keys do send an electronic signal to the ECU. Try this: Open your key up, but only half way. Keep it folded halfway and stick it into the...
I've recently been having some electrical quirkiness on my 2002 1.8t. First the stereo went out, but was easily fixed by removing the fuse (s) and putting it...
After cleaning my interior, I found some extra parts. Does anybody know where they came from? I posted a pic under "Photos", titled "parts.jpg" or you can get...
The black plastic piece goes on the metal posts that the front seats rest on when it is in the down position. If you unlock and fold forward the seat like you...
Thanks J, I found what you told me to look for. You're a big help. beelp ... San Diego,CA 2002 blk GTI 1.8t -mods- Autotech SS, Smoked pizzo bumper lenses, ...
hey guys, I wanted to chip my 2002 VW GTI 1.8t, I want everyone to tell me what problems they had with chips...mechanical, electrical or problems with your...
Jack, I have 71,000 miles on my 2001 GTI, chipped with GIAC since 15,000. I have had absolutely no problems related to the chip/engine/tranny (did replace the...
Nick, thank you very much for taking the time to explain...well I guess I do everything that you do with caring for the car except not beating it...I drag race...
Jack- yup...that's the drill. I picked places on my commute that are about 5 minutes from my house/office, and I usually just take it very easy from there to...
I have had nothing but excellent experience with APR on my car and several close friends using their products in both the Audi and VW line. I've also had...
Thanks Nathan, well my other question is what should I get with the chip, I mean I wanna put the chip on and have no problems what so ever, keep in mind, I...
Well the DV thing can be blown out of proportion as the high end Bosch valves don't crap out as often as people like to believe. Since you have an '02 you...
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