Skoda Octavia I (1998 - 2004) - 00 1.9 Replacement ignition key needed

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Sat 15 Aug 2009 11:27
00 1.9 Replacement ignition key needed - peterjan
I have lost my electronic ignition key, and have been quoted £200 for a replacement. As this is about a 1/4 of the value of the car I am reluctant to splash out on this, can any one advise over a cheaper alternative please ?

{W reg changed to 00 as the box asked for year of manufacture and NOT registration number}

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 15/08/2009 at 15:38

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Sat 15 Aug 2009 13:41
W 1.9 ignition key - adverse camber
tyr a decent auto-locksmith.

The problem is that the imobiliser is coded to the chip in the key, so it isnt just a matter of cutting a key.

The vag group cars also need a particular code which I seem to remember needs to be obtained from the dealer.

So I suspect that you will not be able to get anywhere very much cheaper.
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Sat 15 Aug 2009 16:37
W 1.9 ignition key - Hamsafar
If you have a spare, it can usually be cloned for about £40, so the ECU sees each key as the same one.
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Sat 15 Aug 2009 16:43
W 1.9 ignition key - peterjan
Can you suggest how you go about this please.
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Sun 16 Aug 2009 17:18
W 1.9 ignition key - Another John H
>>Can you suggest how you go about this please.

It relies on having a spare key, and taking that to a good locksmith.

I you have lost the only key in your possession, it's going to cost to sort the problem out.
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Sun 16 Aug 2009 18:05
W 1.9 ignition key - peterjan
Another John H - many thanks
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Sun 16 Aug 2009 20:02
W 1.9 ignition key - elekie&a/c doctor
These people will sort it for you.

www.autolocksmiths.net
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