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Can you hear the locking pump working?
Mine had a locking problem before I bought it, turned out to be a leaking pipe.

I think VW changed the way it works in about 98. I took my VW key to a key cutter, they tried it in their transponder reader but couldn't do anything with it. They told me that VW haven't released the codes for them to program new keys.
I am still not sure if the key gets programmed or the car, or ...

I have looked on Ebay, but can't find any transponders without keys. Ebay is where I am getting the remote kit.
An alternative is to buy the whole key, get it programmed, then cut it open to remove the transponder and then put it in the remote key.
Does your supplier have any more keys?
Is it the ...

Hello, I'me new here. Just bought a 99 Polo estate with only 1 key, I need 2 keys.
A dealer charges £100+ for a new key & programming.
Is there a cheaper way?
I am also interested in adding remote locking. These kits come with 2 remote keys. The new remote key needs a transponder fitted. Anyone ...