I've had a key replaced for an old Clio by a locksmith before. I just had the one master so got a spare done. He cut the key and I got Renault to code it for me. That cost more than the key did. Would have cost me a fortune getting both as a single replacement from Renault, they wanted over £280 for it.
My Clio key obviously didn't have the same flick-out metallic key that Audi's have so unsure whether a locksmith would have one laying around..
In that case I can't see why a locksmith can't get that done for you! As I said, my Clio keys were done by a locksmith, I stuck the key back in the fob and got Renault to code it.The blade detaches from the fob itself with a small split pin so it's just the cutting that needs doing
I like my car staying in the drive when I go bed thanks!!!Lol!!!!
+1 for Convenience key
Certainly wasn't for me! Don't even recall hearing anything about that option..I got 2 years key insurance when I bought our used-approved car, covering loss, theft or damage - is that not a standard Audi inclusion?
That's right yeah.I'm assuming it's because the chip in the fob isn't near the ignition when it's turned?
That's right yeah.
Inside the fob, there is a little sprung piece of wire wound in an open cylinder shape that points toward the key when held normally. This, when inserted into the ignition and turned to the 'run' position directs a signal that was sent by an induction coil in the ignition system which gives the chip in the keys enough power to emit a signal code. This is checked and the engine then started or not based on the code received. Complex little systems really!
Good to know! They just screw us new owners over then huh! xDJust checked through my paperwork and the key insurance does appear to be part of the Audi Approved Used Car scheme, so new vehicles may not get the same
I like my car staying in the drive when I go bed thanks!!!