Extra replacement key
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Burning Brakes
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From: Houston TX
Extra replacement key
If you lose a key, Does anyone knows how much Chevy dealer charges for a replacement key?
Sugg for other alt to purchasing a replacement key?
interesting article:
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/m...less/index.htm
Sugg for other alt to purchasing a replacement key?
interesting article:
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/m...less/index.htm
Instructor
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Fullerton Ca
If you lose a key, Does anyone knows how much Chevy dealer charges for a replacement key?
Sugg for other alt to purchasing a replacement key?
interesting article:
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/m...less/index.htm
Sugg for other alt to purchasing a replacement key?
interesting article:
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/m...less/index.htm
Last edited by ocjim; Oct 27, 2014 at 01:00 PM.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Houston TX
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You can find them on ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2014-Chevrolet-Corvette-Stingray-Coupe-Keyless-Remote-Key-Entry-Fob-GM-22779880-/251670828753?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a98c016d1&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2014-Chevrolet-Corvette-Stingray-Coupe-Keyless-Remote-Key-Entry-Fob-GM-22779880-/251670828753?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a98c016d1&vxp=mtr
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You can find them on ebay.
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe Keyless Remote Key Entry Fob GM 22779880 | eBay
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe Keyless Remote Key Entry Fob GM 22779880 | eBay
DESCRIPTION:
100% Genuine OEM Part.
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe C7 Keyless Smart Remote
GM Part# 22779880
Insert Key blade is not included.(usually sold separately)
100% Genuine OEM Part.
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe C7 Keyless Smart Remote
GM Part# 22779880
Insert Key blade is not included.(usually sold separately)
Burning Brakes
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Here's the deal.
After losing my key (in an embarrassing fashion that we won't go into here), I learned the following. For the C7, GM took away the possibility of a dealer cutting your new metal key to fit inside the fob. The precut key must be ordered from GM directly, by your dealer after extensive verification of car ownership.
You certainly can order the fob itself from an outside source and you can even program it to your car without a lot of difficulty using a rather arcane and silly technique (incidentally, requiring the metal key inserted into the lock above the license plate). But, if you want the fob and the metallic key, it's going to cost you.
After losing my key (in an embarrassing fashion that we won't go into here), I learned the following. For the C7, GM took away the possibility of a dealer cutting your new metal key to fit inside the fob. The precut key must be ordered from GM directly, by your dealer after extensive verification of car ownership.
You certainly can order the fob itself from an outside source and you can even program it to your car without a lot of difficulty using a rather arcane and silly technique (incidentally, requiring the metal key inserted into the lock above the license plate). But, if you want the fob and the metallic key, it's going to cost you.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 762
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From: Houston TX
Here's the deal.
After losing my key (in an embarrassing fashion that we won't go into here), I learned the following. For the C7, GM took away the possibility of a dealer cutting your new metal key to fit inside the fob. The precut key must be ordered from GM directly, by your dealer after extensive verification of car ownership.
You certainly can order the fob itself from an outside source and you can even program it to your car without a lot of difficulty using a rather arcane and silly technique (incidentally, requiring the metal key inserted into the lock above the license plate). But, if you want the fob and the metallic key, it's going to cost you.
After losing my key (in an embarrassing fashion that we won't go into here), I learned the following. For the C7, GM took away the possibility of a dealer cutting your new metal key to fit inside the fob. The precut key must be ordered from GM directly, by your dealer after extensive verification of car ownership.
You certainly can order the fob itself from an outside source and you can even program it to your car without a lot of difficulty using a rather arcane and silly technique (incidentally, requiring the metal key inserted into the lock above the license plate). But, if you want the fob and the metallic key, it's going to cost you.
My son in college had the same happened to his Ford. Will cost over $200 to get replacement FOB/Key from dealer. But he bought a 3rd replacement key online for less than $30, & it can only be programed if you still have the first 2 FOB/Key. He can't program his 3rd replacement without having orig 2 keys. Of course, 2 months after he bought 3rd key, he lost one orig key. He's in process of ordering another 4th replacement key... he says cheap insurance.
OK, so we buy the key directly from GM (thru dealer?) & can buy the FOB on our own?
Thanks,
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Racer
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From: Shelton CT
Would you believe I lost one of my keys a few weeks ago. 95% chance it's somewhere in my house, but I can't find it! Tore the house upside down, room by room, no key!
I expect that I had it in my pocket and I said, "I 'd better put his away for now, somewhere where I won't lose it!".. and the proceeded to store it someplace nice and safe - so safe that I can't find it!
I can guarantee that I will find it right after I order a new one!
Ed
The good news: the C7 doesn't go out in our New England winters, so I really don't need the key until spring!
I expect that I had it in my pocket and I said, "I 'd better put his away for now, somewhere where I won't lose it!".. and the proceeded to store it someplace nice and safe - so safe that I can't find it!
I can guarantee that I will find it right after I order a new one!
Ed
The good news: the C7 doesn't go out in our New England winters, so I really don't need the key until spring!
Drifting
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From: Charlotte North Carolina
It happens to the best of us...
Good luck with finding it. It'll show up one of these days.
Good thing is you can always order one on eBay. It will likely be more expensive than what I'm asking, but much less expensive than the stealership.
Good thing is you can always order one on eBay. It will likely be more expensive than what I'm asking, but much less expensive than the stealership.
Safety Car
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From: Loveland CO to Central Coast CA
Cheap insurance: Get a bright-colored fob cover. You'll be less likely to lose it.
Also helps protect against drop-damage. Plus, it holds the key & fob together if the key is loosened.
Available from many sources, like this: http://www.thejacketstore.com/c6-c7-...e-cover-gmc75/
Note: This fit my C6 fob+key perfectly. Haven't tried it on a C7 but they're reportedly the same size: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1588117379
Also helps protect against drop-damage. Plus, it holds the key & fob together if the key is loosened.
Available from many sources, like this: http://www.thejacketstore.com/c6-c7-...e-cover-gmc75/
Note: This fit my C6 fob+key perfectly. Haven't tried it on a C7 but they're reportedly the same size: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1588117379
Last edited by CO Lightfoot; Nov 19, 2014 at 08:01 PM.
Instructor
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From: Harrisburg PA
Here is a quick thought for GM.
If you have a button on your fob that blows the horn to find your car, maybe they should put a button in the car that makes the fob beep so you can find your fob!
Food for thought
.
If you have a button on your fob that blows the horn to find your car, maybe they should put a button in the car that makes the fob beep so you can find your fob!
Food for thought
.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Winfield, IL
Cheap insurance: Get a bright-colored fob cover. You'll be less likely to lose it.
Also helps protect against drop-damage. Plus, it holds the key & fob together if the key is loosened.
Available from many sources, like this: http://www.thejacketstore.com/c6-c7-...e-cover-gmc75/
Note: This fit my C6 fob+key perfectly. Haven't tried it on a C7 but they're reportedly the same size: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1588117379
Also helps protect against drop-damage. Plus, it holds the key & fob together if the key is loosened.
Available from many sources, like this: http://www.thejacketstore.com/c6-c7-...e-cover-gmc75/
Note: This fit my C6 fob+key perfectly. Haven't tried it on a C7 but they're reportedly the same size: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1588117379
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