remote key fob - 1997 S70

RollingThunder · Jul 10th, 2020, 08:52

My new car didn't come with a remote key fob, so I'm looking for one in good condition. I believe it should be this type -

(unless anyone with a 1997 S/V/C70 says otherwise!

Thanks

Auldtam · Jul 12th, 2020, 19:06

Can a secondhand one be reprogrammed to your car?

RollingThunder · Jul 13th, 2020, 08:41

I'm assuming so - I know I did it on a previous Volvo, but I can't remember which model. It was simply switch ignition to II then plip the buttons to register the key. I'm hoping I can do the same with the S70 !!!

Auldtam · Jul 13th, 2020, 15:18

I've seen them for sale on EBay from breakers but assumed buyers just wanted to change over to a better condition outer casing. Every days a school day!

Gaztech · Jul 13th, 2020, 20:51

You cannot. Need the module that came with the key or new key from dealer

capt jack · Jul 14th, 2020, 00:22

When the two key fobs that came with Mrs Jack's S70 fell to pieces I replaced them with a Hawk remote central locking system. This involved splicing control box into the car's central locking system, but it wasn't very difficult - less than two hours work.

If I remember rightly, there was an option to include a boot-opening function, but this would have required an additional actuator, so we didn't bother.

The Hawk system came with two really top quality fobs that function in the same way as the Volvo originals. They've stood up to the rigours of life extraordinarily well, and the system still functions perfectly, easily 8 or 9 years on.

From memory the Hawk kit was around £35. The suppliers were really helpful and sent me a model-specific wiring diagram.

Jack

RollingThunder · Jul 14th, 2020, 08:51

Thanks CaptJack, that sounds like a good product.

I'll get a price for the fob/programming just for amusement, but may have to go down that route!

capt jack · Jul 14th, 2020, 14:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by RollingThunder

Thanks CaptJack, that sounds like a good product.

I'll get a price for the fob/programming just for amusement, but may have to go down that route!

Just checked the Hawk website - looks like you can get a kit for around £20.....

Jack

pff · Jul 14th, 2020, 15:16

Do you know anyone with an eeprom reader?

RollingThunder · Jul 15th, 2020, 15:51

Afraid not. Is that what is required to program a new remote to the car?

Jul 10th, 2020, 08:52	#1
RollingThunder Grumpy Old Git Last Online: Apr 16th, 2024 10:24 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Yorkshire View Photos By: RollingThunder	remote key fob - 1997 S70 My new car didn't come with a remote key fob, so I'm looking for one in good condition. I believe it should be this type - (unless anyone with a 1997 S/V/C70 says otherwise! Thanks __________________ S40 2.4i '07 Japanese import '96 850R - https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=312484 Ex Danish Embassy '96 940 GLE LPT - https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=326071

Jul 12th, 2020, 19:06	#2
Auldtam Member Last Online: Mar 4th, 2024 14:36 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Glasgow	Can a secondhand one be reprogrammed to your car? __________________ Black XC60

Jul 13th, 2020, 08:41	#3
RollingThunder Grumpy Old Git Last Online: Apr 16th, 2024 10:24 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Yorkshire View Photos By: RollingThunder	I'm assuming so - I know I did it on a previous Volvo, but I can't remember which model. It was simply switch ignition to II then plip the buttons to register the key. I'm hoping I can do the same with the S70 !!! __________________ S40 2.4i '07 Japanese import '96 850R - https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=312484 Ex Danish Embassy '96 940 GLE LPT - https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=326071

Jul 13th, 2020, 15:18	#4
Auldtam Member Last Online: Mar 4th, 2024 14:36 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Glasgow	I've seen them for sale on EBay from breakers but assumed buyers just wanted to change over to a better condition outer casing. Every days a school day! __________________ Black XC60

Jul 14th, 2020, 08:51	#7
RollingThunder Grumpy Old Git Last Online: Apr 16th, 2024 10:24 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Yorkshire View Photos By: RollingThunder	Thanks CaptJack, that sounds like a good product. I'll get a price for the fob/programming just for amusement, but may have to go down that route! __________________ S40 2.4i '07 Japanese import '96 850R - https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=312484 Ex Danish Embassy '96 940 GLE LPT - https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=326071

Jul 13th, 2020, 20:51	#5
Gaztech Member Last Online: Apr 15th, 2024 20:13 Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Glasgow	You cannot. Need the module that came with the key or new key from dealer

Jul 14th, 2020, 00:22	#6
capt jack VOC Member Last Online: Apr 13th, 2024 20:27 Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Selby, North Yorkshire	When the two key fobs that came with Mrs Jack's S70 fell to pieces I replaced them with a Hawk remote central locking system. This involved splicing control box into the car's central locking system, but it wasn't very difficult - less than two hours work. If I remember rightly, there was an option to include a boot-opening function, but this would have required an additional actuator, so we didn't bother. The Hawk system came with two really top quality fobs that function in the same way as the Volvo originals. They've stood up to the rigours of life extraordinarily well, and the system still functions perfectly, easily 8 or 9 years on. From memory the Hawk kit was around £35. The suppliers were really helpful and sent me a model-specific wiring diagram. Jack

Jul 14th, 2020, 15:16	#9
pff Junior Member Last Online: Aug 11th, 2023 19:23 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: noway	Do you know anyone with an eeprom reader? __________________ V70 2000 P80 old style, green and white.

Jul 15th, 2020, 15:51	#10
RollingThunder Grumpy Old Git Last Online: Apr 16th, 2024 10:24 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Yorkshire View Photos By: RollingThunder	Afraid not. Is that what is required to program a new remote to the car? __________________ S40 2.4i '07 Japanese import '96 850R - https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=312484 Ex Danish Embassy '96 940 GLE LPT - https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=326071

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