Question:
Replacing a completely lost key to a Volkswagon Passat?
anonymous
2010-02-11 17:50:48 UTC
After lunch, today, I must have dropped my key somewhere outside between my car and the class that I have after lunch. Unfortunately, I dropped the key on the one day we have snow in Texas. I'm going to attempt to find it tomorrow after some snow has melted but, in the likely even that I do not find the key, I was wondering about replacing it.

Keep in mind that I don't have a replacement key or any key to make a copy of. I need a brand new key. I've heard that going to the dealership is a hassle and can cost a ridiculous amount of money. Is there another way to replace a lost key through a locksmithing company? What would be my best overall option to replace the key?

The car is a 2000 Volkswagon Passat, by the way.

Thanks!
Seven answers:
a car nut
2010-02-11 18:21:29 UTC
I think in this case you'll have to go to the dealership and order a key. Many VW dealerships don't have the ability to cut a key from factory code (lazer cut type), so they will order a key from the VIN (vehicle identification number) that the facing parts depot can cut.



It won't be inexpensive; the least expensive key a sub master (no keyless entry remote, but will open the trunk and glove box) is about $50 or so and that doesn't include the cost of programming the key to the vehicle. The key in extreme cases can be ordered overnight if need be, depending upon how close you are to the facing parts depot. In some cases, an additional charge for expediated handling will apply to get the key as quickly as possible.



Once the dealership receives the key from the parts depot, most of them can cut a duplicate key of various sorts (i.e., remote type, valet (opens drivers door and starts car only) or another sub master key that doesn't have a remote built in to it.) Please note, the key(s) will need to be programmed to the vehicle before the car will start.....



My suggestion is that you cut at least one or two keys more; it never hurts to have a spare key available to avoid the situation you're currently in. Also, you can save money by programming however many keys you want, if you do it at the same time... most places have a fixed labour charge to programme keys to vehicle, regardless of how many keys are being done, as long as they are all done at the same time. Normally, the labour charge runs between .75 hour to 1.5 to programme keys, around where I'm at in California, most places charge 1.0 hours of labour at the posted hourly rate.



Hope this helps, a car nut.
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RE:

Replacing a completely lost key to a Volkswagon Passat?

After lunch, today, I must have dropped my key somewhere outside between my car and the class that I have after lunch. Unfortunately, I dropped the key on the one day we have snow in Texas. I'm going to attempt to find it tomorrow after some snow has melted but, in the likely even that I do...
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Being a VW man for years I can tell you nothing bad will happen. You will lose performance and fuel mileage. That being said, because of the increased fuel mileage using premium will only cost you a few cents more. Also using the good stuff will help prevent carbon build up. Do the math. I know in my Jetta there is a difference of 4.2 mpg between regular and premium. that means my total annual cost for fuel is only about $40.00 more and the car is much more fun to drive.
John
2010-02-11 17:59:34 UTC
Ugh, That really sucks, i feel your pain but you will have to go to the dealer to get a new key. Car keys have computer chips in them now so the only way you could replace it would be to go to the dealer.



Pretty sure it is kind of expensive too.... for a key anyway.



GL i hope you find it.
Italiano m
2015-07-19 19:28:36 UTC
I won t by another VW...


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