http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SUBARU-1-B...ht_1705wt_1247

any idears whether i can buy this (Above) and use the blank key and the chip (Below) to make myself a working key??

Cheers Ross

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TRANSPONDE...ht_3082wt_1247

 

I wouldnt pay that ! I paid 30 at timpsons for my key to be supplied,cut and programmed! Although it took them a few times to get the key cut properly because the key was worn into the barrel...

 

Was that for a replacement key with the alarm function. Went to one key cutting place in east bourne and was told they couldnt do it as its a specalist key. I jave to press the button on the key just before I turn it to start the car.

 

The one button for newage? It worked the central locking and immobiliser?

 

did you snap or just loose the key? i bought the above key removed the blade re-programmed all the keys to the alarm via the manual, then got a ket cut as above programmed to car and all is well

 

Main dealers charge £250 for a new key and re-program

 

I had the same issue, I did manage to make it work though...a dremel tool makes life so much easier though. Those fobs need to be coded on the vehicle and can't be done off it but I did manage to work around it though.

1. I bought a key that came with coding from a local locksmith.
2. Trimmed all of the plastic from the blank to reveal the metal part to the key as it was moulded.
3. Filed down the metal key black to fit in the one button fob, secured that with some strong glue to be sure it wasn't coming out.
4. Removed the old transponder, then gently trimmed the inside of the fob to fit the new programable transponder from the locksmith.
5. Took it back to the locksmith, he programmed it and it worked

I would post some pictures but I'm out in Afghanistan and the key is at home, if you still need help I can post pics when I'm back in two months..

 

cheers for replies guys, soz took so long for me to get back to you.
ok brilliant will go down that route then.
just didnt want to spend 50 on quid getting a second hand key unit, then fafing around changing the blade to an uncut one. if i wouldnt be able to get it programmed to the car.
subaru's a daylight robbery lol. i got quoted 220 +vat. i know these cars are exspensive but would rather have the cash for modding lol.
oh and the car only came with 1 key. previous owner lost it.

 

Which Timpsons did you us? Lichfield Timpsons quoted me £130 -160!!! On saturday!

 

What did you do about the key in the end ? I only have 1 key and im a little concerned i may lose it and get stuck.......ive never lost a key before, but ive never had a cat 1 alarm system

 

I didn't and still have just one key and like you, twitching a bit

Might get a quote from local key company who do car lock outs etc

http://www.autopricelocksmiths.co.uk...-locksmith.php

Will post the price

 

Timpsons done me a spare key for my classic the other day with a transponder in the key for £35, it works perfect too