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Old 12-13-2009, 04:51 PM
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Hi,

I just purchased an remote car start, but for install they need a key. I only have 2 sets and would like to keep them so i need to get another key cut. I believe I only need just the key cut with no remote and was wondering if anyone knew where i could get one cut in edmonton or canada that would be cheap?


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Old 12-13-2009, 08:38 PM
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Dealer only. Sorry man.
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Old 12-13-2009, 09:59 PM
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I was going to say Pacific Mall but your location wont work out with that.
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Old 12-14-2009, 03:45 AM
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Default Re: Key cutting

Hi,

Thanks for the replies.

Is there no other option than the dealerships? I think what is needed is a key to sacrifice and the people installing my starter said it can be a "valet" key. I'm not sure what that is, but would that be cheaper to get?
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As far as I know the keys are laser cut, and they can only be ordered from a dealership.
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Originally Posted by 99a4turbo
As far as I know the keys are laser cut, and they can only be ordered from a dealership.
Yup and they need to have the immobilzer programmed, which is dealer only.
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Yes, a valet key would be fine. It's a regular looking key that cannot unlock the glove box or trunk. But still, dealer only...
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Old 12-14-2009, 01:15 PM
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The dealership wants 69 for the key and 100 for programming. This sucks considering i already paid 750 for a remote car starter. O well, i guess that's my only option.

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As far as I know, even the dealerships do not physically cut the keys. The local Dealer orders keys from Germany based on VIN.
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Old 12-14-2009, 01:52 PM
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is it possible to program the key by myself if i just get a key cut from the dealership?

I thought i read somewhere that if you have a key you can program it yourself, but i can't find the thread anymore.
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