I’ve dug around on various forums searching for information on how to get a spare key made for my 2004 XC90 ....
Here is the situation:
Lost my switchblade key fob. I have the backup one. I’m down to one key. Weaver Brothers in Raleigh, NC wants $400 to make a second key and said there is NOT an cheaper option. Volvo of Cary, NC wants $300. Called around to we’ll known locksmiths (Busse’s and MakeAKey both of Raleigh, NC) and they both said the same thing...We don’t make Volvo keys.
So this is my question:
I am supposed to believe that Volvo’s key encryption chip is SO INSANE that NO ONE in 15 years has figured out how to make a duplicate other than Volvo?
Ive read about people placing the chip behind the dash and all those tricks, but I don’t really think I want to do all that YouTube hacking. Just want a spare key. Doesn’t need to have a fob. What is the deal in 2018 on this situation?
One more thing... My security system needs maintenance light is on. Anyone ever have problems a new key made and programmed under this condition? I have a Volvo specific code reader
and have fixed everything on this tank independently, just haven’t gotten around to pulling a security alarm from PickYourPart yet...cuz I’m still carrying comprehensive insurance.
Thanks for any help or direction you may provide.
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