New key?
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New key?
On my 53 plate Blob, I've got the separate alarm fob. The ignition key is starting to get tatty, can I just replace that with a standard key as I don't use the buttons on the key. I know that sounds a daft question, but just wondering if there's anything in this key that's still used for immobiliser etc. ????
If yes, who does a decent looking key?
If yes, who does a decent looking key?
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Have a look on ebay under "subaru key" you should see a few examples. You may even find a cheap used key in good nick. Swap the chip and blade for yours and you are good to go...
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Yeah, the transponder chip is for the immobiliser, not the alarm/door unlock. It's a small gizmo (a cm or so long) and sits in the plastic part of the key.
Have a look on ebay under "subaru key" you should see a few examples. You may even find a cheap used key in good nick. Swap the chip and blade for yours and you are good to go...
Have a look on ebay under "subaru key" you should see a few examples. You may even find a cheap used key in good nick. Swap the chip and blade for yours and you are good to go...
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Hmm.....don't know for certain if it is the same for imports. I would imagine so, as the flashing key light thingy seems to be part of the cluster. Here's a video from youtube showing the chip.
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