Originally Posted by
JRL
If you were in PA I could do everything, Switchblade and labor for under $200 (but you're not. sorry!)
Thanks JRL, That would have been awesome. Cant believe how costly and difficult it's turning out be here in So Cal but still have hopes I can find a local place to get cheaper programming that doesn't cost 1/4 value of the car. If I can find cheap programming then I may order a laser cut key from you.
Originally Posted by
hoonk
Another option if you still have a valet key and just want a remote - purchase the triangle shaped remote (2001-2003?) and have it programmed.
cheap remote sold here, it might work
Thank you Hoonk, I have read a little about that and was wondering whats needs to be done exactly? Would I have to dig out the transponder out of the valet key and glue it close to the ignition switch so both work? That would a nice option to have. Does that also mean I need the pricey programming done (just remote) to get the triangle shape remote to work?
My existing switch blade key has the typical broken switch blade and the buttons do not work, pretty much only works as a valet key which is a total pain.
I've benched tested it, the circuit boards micro switches do work properly so I sent it to fellow member "tpsells" to repair it for a very reasonable fee.
Last edited by silverstar; 02-18-2018 at 12:28 PM.
2004 Volvo, Silver XC70, OSD, 113,000 mi; AKA: Silvia
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