Originally Posted by
slonstedy
Just purchased a 2004 Crossfire with only 1 key.
If I pick up a new one from amazon, how can I have the key cut and programed without paying a dealership? Not sure if this older post is still a valid fix for me...
Thanks! Looking forward to having fun with this beauty.
If the key blank is the correct shape you can have it cut to open the door but it will not start the car, as there should be a chip inside the fob that interacts with the halo around the ignition switch to confirm it is the correct key.
The chip are programmed to each car with a unique code, the chips are programmed at select businesses that are licensed to do this. It is a security precaution to prevent theft of the cars.
I think that you should get your money back ASAP. If this is a legitimate key then it is the first I have heard about it on this forum. Legit keys start at around $250 and are programmed to start the the car it was made for, you have to program it yourself to remotely unlock the doors, a ten second process that needs no skill.
NeedsWings is the preferred key seller on this forum.