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Sep 30, 2009 | 05:23 PM

DeBaGo

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key fob question

I bought my vette used and didnt get a key fob. Can i get one from the auction site? Its not a necessity, but it would be nice to have.

Sep 30, 2009 | 05:29 PM

Florida Mike

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I bought mine from Ecklers. It was around $100 but I didn't trust the $35 ones I saw on the auction.

Sep 30, 2009 | 06:16 PM

jrose7004

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Fobs are on e-Bay all the time.

Sep 30, 2009 | 09:17 PM

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Fobs are on e-Bay all the time.

you can usually get a recycled authentic one there

Sep 30, 2009 | 09:33 PM

Mr.Bill

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I bought 2 fobs for my 2002 for like 30 bucks from eBay and they were like new.

Sep 30, 2009 | 11:19 PM

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You sure can as stated good luck

Oct 1, 2009 | 09:03 AM

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Do you have to take them to the dealer to have them programed?

Oct 1, 2009 | 10:22 AM

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Yes, you can get one from the auction site, just get one that covers the year of your car. You can also get one from some of the major vendors or sponsor dealerships (Fichtner Chevy). Gene at gmpartshouse.com is another excellent source for parts.

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Oct 1, 2009 | 10:29 AM

Jade Euphoria

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If my car came with a regular key fob, can I get a passive/active key fob? It's a 2001, and I really want to find a passive fob but I'm not sure if I can get it and program it to my car.

Oct 1, 2009 | 11:08 AM

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DeBaGo

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Ok, so I kow where to get the fob, but some of the replies have me thinking. Do i need to have it programmed? If so is it a dealership only thing?

Oct 1, 2009 | 11:42 AM

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Ok, so I kow where to get the fob, but some of the replies have me thinking. Do i need to have it programmed? If so is it a dealership only thing?

NO, you can do it yourself! I did it on my 97'! Look on the threads there are directions on how to do it! If I find one ill post the link!

Oct 1, 2009 | 11:44 AM

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DeBaGo

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Thanks 97blacvette!

Oct 1, 2009 | 11:49 AM

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Thanks 97blacvette!

What yr. is your Vette?

Oct 1, 2009 | 11:58 AM

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Do you have to take them to the dealer to have them programed?

No, you can do it using the DIC Option Section. Instructions in the Owner's Manual. Worked great for my 2004!

Oct 1, 2009 | 06:14 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jade Euphoria

If my car came with a regular key fob, can I get a passive/active key fob? It's a 2001, and I really want to find a passive fob but I'm not sure if I can get it and program it to my car.

I think 97-99 fobs (with the a/p switch) were the same, 00 different, and 01-04 different again. Differing receivers and some other wiring... I think

Oct 1, 2009 | 06:19 PM

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2000 is unique.
Owners manual or somewhere here will give you instructions.
If you were nearby I'd do it for ya'

Oct 1, 2009 | 06:25 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jade Euphoria

If my car came with a regular key fob, can I get a passive/active key fob? It's a 2001, and I really want to find a passive fob but I'm not sure if I can get it and program it to my car.

Bad news: Passive fobs were only for 1997-1999.

Good News: Your tire pressure sensors only cost $40 each instead of $100 each.

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