Replace buttons on key fob!

[Jarre]

Title explains it all, i want to replace the buttons on my fob, i've ordered a replacement part, but want to know if theres a specific way about it to go to take the key to bits, will i need to do anything with regards to central locking due to the battery being disconnected?

Cheers

 

[Jarre]

And i want to replace it due to the hole in the boot button

 

[TarekElsakka]

Not sure this is the way to do it, but since they all look similar to me, here goes nothing:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TThiLRNaPzY

Best of luck.

 

[AdamRoutley]

Would also be interested in a step by step guide to this!

 

[lc_allan]

If you are only swaping over the central locking buttons then you only need to remove the whole circuit board inside the fob. It is held in place buy two small plastic pins that have been sort of melted at the end to prevent the board coming off. Carefully cut them or pull the board gently from these. It does take a bit care but eventually it will come off. Then simply place in your new fob. The new pins don't need to be melted over. It does stay in place with the back of the case anyway.

 

[robthebubble]

It's an easy job to do. I changed the key case with a new one and it didn't take too long. I did have a guide somewhere...I'll see if I can find it!

Here you go buddy...nice and simple...jus be careful if you end up wanting to remove the chip!

http://img815.imageshack.us/img815/3659/shellreplacementmanual.pdf

 

[sotonsmut]

This is a 3rd Gen key, nearly impossible to take apart. With non removable immobiliser chips, check 3rd Gen VW key on Youtube.

 

[J400uk]

Yeah it's easier on the 2nd gen key as you'd have on an earlier Mk2.

I did it on mine but was really disappointed with the quality of the replacement button pad. Worn out already after about 6 months usage