Key code?

[goode262]

Hi Everyone,

Really chuffed with my new (77K used) VW Passat TDI (130HP)
Only problem is I want a second key (3 button flick-type).
Dealer option costs £180.
Other option, get uncut key cut and programmed by auto locksmith.
To do that I need to know the key code.

Question is, where is this elsive code hiding?

Thank you please,
Craig

[00161wj]

Its not an actual secret code that you can find on the internet. It just means pairing the key to the cars immobilzer and central locking ecu via a diagnostic link.

[flatsixmaniac]

hi Goode, did you get it sorted? I recently had to get a new key for a golf, all in came to about £80. Where abouts are you? What age is the Passat?

[goode262]

Hi Flatsix,

I found the code by opening my key, but even then it seems some keys people buy do not accept the coding. That would have been about £100 with with the fob, cutting and coding and no guarantees.

Ended up going for the best quote on a locksmith coming round. Ended up paying £150 for a sparkly new key that does everything it should.

Craig