Mk4 Switchblades for Mk3 keys

[rayray086]

Nope, the seller only has Mk3 blank keys.

[D.I.T]

Sorry guys but in essence, can the the key be programed to start the car?

[rayray086]

To begin with, I didn't even know Mk3 keys required programming. I don't think my car has an immobiliser as my factory radio stays on even when I take the key out - although I don't know whether or not they have any relation to one another.

[DerSubtileVento]

To begin with, I didn't even know Mk3 keys required programming. I don't think my car has an immobiliser as my factory radio stays on even when I take the key out - although I don't know whether or not they have any relation to one another.

There is no programming on Mk3 keys. The switchblade holder is basically just a decorative shell for a standard Mk3 key.

[rayray086]

There is no programming on Mk3 keys. The switchblade holder is basically just a decorative shell for a standard Mk3 key.

I just hope our keys are similar to that! Just that some guys have had their keys programmed which can only be done by the dealer...

Anyway, PM's sent

[Vr6_Dog]

Just found this on ebay, is this how you would possibly get the buttons to work? Plug 'n' Play they call it.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Fernbedienung...QQcmdZViewItem

[DerSubtileVento]

Just found this on ebay, is this how you would possibly get the buttons to work? Plug 'n' Play they call it.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Fernbedienung...QQcmdZViewItem

It looks like that is their own version of the key. From the pictures, it appears you plug in their module box into your locking system and then use the remotes they give you.

No idea how well it works or whether or not that company's product is quality.

[bboyskidz]

There is no programming on Mk3 keys. The switchblade holder is basically just a decorative shell for a standard Mk3 key.

the upgraded model of mine (97 CL) has a proximity chip reader in it as well as programmed keys. i've seen it in the manual. i'll show you pics when i get home... you would definately know if you needed one though. if you don't know what it is then you won't have thsi feature.

[Tim]

ok definative answer for my 4/95 build VR6.
I got some el cheapo blanks from OS.
had one cut today and it starts the car fine but it cuts out after a few seconds if u let it fall to the idle speed.

Put my original key along side the ignition and starts fine and keeps running.

So yeah. there is a proximity chip in the key!
Thats fine tho. I can sleep well at night knowing that if i lose my key i still have a copy of the pattern. and it has only cost me $5 so far

[Tim]

oct 94 onwards seems to be what this wiring diagram seems to suggest.