dave AKA vwdoc1

"eagle_ca" <eagle_ca.32co3f@no-mx.audiforum.ca> wrote in message
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> i have only one master key with my A6, i am looking remote key too
> I was told i at least need to another key for programming the remote
> key, is that true?

yes or a vag-com tool.
your valet key or plastic key might work too as the 2nd key.

> I once asked dealer for remote key, they wanted around $200.

Is that with the key cut and programmed to your vehicle for the $200?
there are some places that can cut a key blank for less, but you have to
install it in the remote section with a tiny tool. I would buy more than
one blank to save some shipping costs.

> i did some research in internet , i should be able to get switchblade
> remote around $50
> and program it .
> but so far i still did not get it, i am in GTA, i dont know if your
> remote i can use for my car

I bought a couple of switchblade remotes off of Ebay to convert my '97 A4
over, got one of them working after some new batteries and then bought the
key from the dealer for $40. So right now I am up to $63 for the
switchblades and I still have to get my other remote working AND get some
key blanks cut. Oh and I bought the original remote for $17 shipped off of
Ebay.
the parts numbers should be the same, or close depending on 3 or 4 button
remote.
ALSO some keys will have immobilizer chips in them which has to be
programmed/matched to your vehicle.
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later,
dave
(One out of many daves)
1997 Red A4 1.8tq auto