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Old 08-17-2010, 11:10 AM
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Originally Posted by masterh View Post
so I got 3 keys (with remote) when I bought used beetle.

I wanted to use unused keys.

the remote worked fine. when I turn the ignition, the car starts for a sec and dies.
so I switched the key from the old one, but it happens again.

so I think I should do something with the remote.

what's the problem?
Those keys aren't registered on the immobilizer. You will need to take your car to a Vw Dealership and pay a $60-120 fee to have them all reprogrammed to work with the car. Make sure you take all of your keys with you.

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Originally Posted by Duffy View Post
Sounds like you need to reprogram the key(s) to the car. Its not a remote issue. Look in your owners manual for key programming instructions.
The owners manual is good for reprograming the remote for the alarm. This is an issue with the Immobilizer.
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