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How can I reprogramme my key fob?
My (3 buttoned) key fob use to work with my Vauxhall Vectra (2003). However, after a struggle with the immobiliser, I would get a PADLOCK through CAR symbol on my dashboard.
I opened the case and went to see what was wrong and fixed the buttons.
Now my key seems to have "un-programmed" from the car, the alarm goes off when I unlock the door with the key and open the door. When inside I press lock button on door but to no avail. I put the key into the ignition, still nothing. Can you help?
I opened the case and went to see what was wrong and fixed the buttons.
Now my key seems to have "un-programmed" from the car, the alarm goes off when I unlock the door with the key and open the door. When inside I press lock button on door but to no avail. I put the key into the ignition, still nothing. Can you help?
Asked on 28 February 2014 by naimeless
Answered by
Honest John
Try a branch of Timpsons in the High Street,
side street
or in a Shopping Mall.
No joy there, links to keys and locksmiths in
this directory:
www.honestjohn.co.uk/useful-websites/specialists/
The first two on the list apparently give very
good, very
fast and very
cheap service.
Auto Key Specialists Ltd., 948A Gt. West Rd,
Brentford
London Middx TW8 9ES T: 0203 490 6001 Email:
fobkeys@hotmail.co.uk also do a good job. Reader
saved £56
on Dealer price for same key.
side street
or in a Shopping Mall.
No joy there, links to keys and locksmiths in
this directory:
www.honestjohn.co.uk/useful-websites/specialists/
The first two on the list apparently give very
good, very
fast and very
cheap service.
Auto Key Specialists Ltd., 948A Gt. West Rd,
Brentford
London Middx TW8 9ES T: 0203 490 6001 Email:
fobkeys@hotmail.co.uk also do a good job. Reader
saved £56
on Dealer price for same key.
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