How do you program a new/spare igition key?
#1
Instructor
Thread Starter
How do you program a new/spare igition key?
2002 C5 A4
Currently with only one ignition key...
I did a few quick searches here to learn how to program an additional ignition key I am going to p/u from the dealer, but haven't found any mention of the procedure. Unless it's buried in another thread somewhere or I just plain missed it. Anyway, I hope my question is not a stupid one...
I know how to program additional keys for some of the newer GM vehicles provided you have a known working key. Would my '02 C5 be the same?
1) Using a known, working key, turn the ignition to the "run" position.
2) Wait for the SECURITY light to turn off.
3) Turn ignition to the OFF position and remove key.
4) Insert new key to be programmed in ignition and turn to RUN position
5) Wait for SECURITY light to turn off.
6) Start vehicle with new key....
Currently with only one ignition key...
I did a few quick searches here to learn how to program an additional ignition key I am going to p/u from the dealer, but haven't found any mention of the procedure. Unless it's buried in another thread somewhere or I just plain missed it. Anyway, I hope my question is not a stupid one...
I know how to program additional keys for some of the newer GM vehicles provided you have a known working key. Would my '02 C5 be the same?
1) Using a known, working key, turn the ignition to the "run" position.
2) Wait for the SECURITY light to turn off.
3) Turn ignition to the OFF position and remove key.
4) Insert new key to be programmed in ignition and turn to RUN position
5) Wait for SECURITY light to turn off.
6) Start vehicle with new key....
#2
Le Mans Master
The key does not "program". It just needs to be mechanically "cut" to fit and also have the same "resistance" pellet. That is the black thing with the metal bar on each side. It is easy to measure the resistance and any good key cutter shop can match you up. There are only about a dozen or so resistances used in the C5 but it has to match to work. Any dealer can do it but it may cost more than a local key shop.
#4
Instructor
Thread Starter
The key does not "program". It just needs to be mechanically "cut" to fit and also have the same "resistance" pellet. That is the black thing with the metal bar on each side. It is easy to measure the resistance and any good key cutter shop can match you up. There are only about a dozen or so resistances used in the C5 but it has to match to work. Any dealer can do it but it may cost more than a local key shop.
#5
Drifting
Stealership for a key??? Bet they stick you for at least 50 bucks if not more.
#6
Race Director
Pass Key Codes:
To check your key value:
Set your digital volt meter to “ohms mode” and measure the value across the pellet.
The 15 VATS key codes are:
Resistance Value (Ohms)
1 0.402 (acceptable range .386-.438)
2 0.523 (acceptable range .502-.564)
3 0.681 (acceptable range .650-.728)
4 0.887 (acceptable range .850-.942)
5 1.130 (acceptable range 1.085-1.195)
6 1.470 (acceptable range 1.411-1.549)
7 1.870 (acceptable range 1.795-1.965)
8 2.370 (acceptable range 2.275-2.485)
9 3.010 (acceptable range 2.890-3.150)
10 3.740 (acceptable range 3.590-3.910)
11 4.750 (acceptable range 4.560-4.960)
12 6.040 (acceptable range 5.798-6.302)
13 7.500 (acceptable range 7.200-7.820)
14 9.530 (acceptable range 9.149-9.931)
15 11.801 (acceptable range 11.320-12.290)
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...eter-help.html
#7
#8
Instructor
Thread Starter
Well I really appreciate the info you guys have provided. As for buying parts from the dealer. I pick my pieces, so to speak. The key was yesterday for my cost of $22.37 and was cut for free ( I buy a lot of parts). Best part is I now have it....the following day...without freight. Hope it works tonight when I get home to test it!!! Thanks again.
#9
Melting Slicks
Fleebay keys about $10
Can get a pellet key for about $10 on fleebay and get it cut by a locksmith for less than $2. Have done this for VATS and also PATS keys. Check resistance of pellet with a DVM and use the chart in a post above this one.