New key fob

Tony500 · Dec 11th, 2019, 17:03

Since having our 08 XC90 we have only had one key... With a Mrs like mine it's a major gamble. For security and purpose of mobility I would to have a second key. The last owners did misplace a key but got Volvo to cut a blade that fits a fob that they didn't buy due to the cost. I've bought a second key/fob from eBay and using the genuine key Volvo cut. Would this key have a chip in it so it can get programmed to the car or is it empty? And can anyone recommend someone to programe the key to the car in or near Glasgow? Thanks

gmonag · Dec 11th, 2019, 23:05

Sad to say that your only option is a Volvo dealer. It will cost approx £300 as I recall. Any other source will not work.

kiwiV8 · Dec 11th, 2019, 23:27

I remember seeing this guy did it successfully but economics work in mysterious ways so ask your dealer how much first I guess!

oragex · Dec 11th, 2019, 23:29

The getto way is to cut as many chinese keys you'd like, then tape the genuine key with the chip inside the steering column right near the antenna ring - you'll want to try a few positions until the antenna reads the chip. Then use the non chipped keys to drive the car. Do not attempt to remove the chip from the genuine key (fragile)

Dec 11th, 2019, 17:03	#1
Tony500 Master Member Last Online: Jan 7th, 2024 14:02 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Glasgow	New key fob Since having our 08 XC90 we have only had one key... With a Mrs like mine it's a major gamble. For security and purpose of mobility I would to have a second key. The last owners did misplace a key but got Volvo to cut a blade that fits a fob that they didn't buy due to the cost. I've bought a second key/fob from eBay and using the genuine key Volvo cut. Would this key have a chip in it so it can get programmed to the car or is it empty? And can anyone recommend someone to programe the key to the car in or near Glasgow? Thanks __________________ 2009 V70 R-Design 2.0D SE Sport 2007 XC90 D5 SE Lux 2006 XC90 V8 Executive

Dec 11th, 2019, 23:05	#2
gmonag Premier Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2024 17:24 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bury St Edmunds	Sad to say that your only option is a Volvo dealer. It will cost approx £300 as I recall. Any other source will not work. __________________ Greg

Dec 11th, 2019, 23:29	#4
oragex Premier Member Last Online: Jul 26th, 2021 21:24 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Coldnada	The getto way is to cut as many chinese keys you'd like, then tape the genuine key with the chip inside the steering column right near the antenna ring - you'll want to try a few positions until the antenna reads the chip. Then use the non chipped keys to drive the car. Do not attempt to remove the chip from the genuine key (fragile) __________________ Several Volvo Repair Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...ECTts0FSVSOT_c

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Dec 11th, 2019, 23:27	#3
kiwiV8 New Member Last Online: Apr 29th, 2022 14:27 Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Auckland	I remember seeing this guy did it successfully but economics work in mysterious ways so ask your dealer how much first I guess!

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