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How to improve the appearance of our VAG key

Model: Volkswagen Volkswagen Various
Part: Key

For this operation, you will need a new shell, which can be found on AliExpress with the code 1005005533325433 for £4.40 plus £1.67 shipping. First, disassemble the original key by separating the two halves of the casing; extract the immobiliser chip (a small black pill, without it the car won't start), remove the electronic board, take out the metal key and the battery (consider replacing it), insert the immobiliser chip into the new shell, position the electronic board, reconstruct the spring mechanism of the blade (by inserting the spring and making two turns counterclockwise to load it). Join the two halves of the new shell, screw in the two screws, insert the CR2032 battery, and snap on the rear cover. Check that the LED lights up and that the buttons function correctly, and you're done.

Posted on 7 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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