C5 Programing a replacement key?
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From: Kingsville Ontario
C5 Programing a replacement key?
I need a additional key for my 03 Z06, I was told that some GM keys can be programed by placing the key in the ignition, in the on postion and the key will program itself is this true? I only have 1 key and GM in Canada wants $40. for the key and $35. for programing there's got to be a less expensive way.
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From: Lake Havasu City, AZ
Don't know about the programming...
My '01 has a VATS key with a resistor pellet imbedded in the key.
You need to know the VATS value. You can get it by measuring the resistance.
then a local locksmith can order your the key or you can buy one on eBay.
I got two VATS blanks for $9 and the local locksmith cut them for $1.50 each. 2 keys for $12!
here's the link to the vendors on-line store.
http://stores.ebay.com/Locksmith-Sou...QQftidZ2QQtZkm
The GM two sided key worked for me.
Here's a link to a previous thread that tells you how to take the reading and how to translate that reading into the VATS number you will need to order the key.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...ght=VATS+codes
Rich
My '01 has a VATS key with a resistor pellet imbedded in the key.
You need to know the VATS value. You can get it by measuring the resistance.
then a local locksmith can order your the key or you can buy one on eBay.
I got two VATS blanks for $9 and the local locksmith cut them for $1.50 each. 2 keys for $12!
here's the link to the vendors on-line store.
http://stores.ebay.com/Locksmith-Sou...QQftidZ2QQtZkm
The GM two sided key worked for me.
Here's a link to a previous thread that tells you how to take the reading and how to translate that reading into the VATS number you will need to order the key.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...ght=VATS+codes
Rich
Last edited by rws.1; Aug 30, 2006 at 02:39 PM.
