I came across something that looks like a promising lead in trying to get the cloned keys you guys are working on to function. Been combing around auto locksmith sites and found a reference to a programming method that I'm not sure has been tried yet. It looks like it may be the step that's needed after cloning the chips to finalize programming them to the car.
Source. Can somebody confirm if this provides a working solution?
Method:
Add Duplicate Key (Requires two existing keys)
1. Insert one of the two existing keys into the ignition lock and turn to the ON (RUN) position.
2. After the key has been in the ON position for at least five seconds but not more than 15 seconds turnthe lock back to OFF
3. Remove the key and insert the second existing key and turn to the ON position within 15 seconds.
4. A theft alarm light should illuminate after the seconds and a single chime sound will indicate entry into the"Customer Programming Mode."
5. Turn the key to the OFF position within 60 seconds and remove the valid key.
6. Insert a new key and turn it to the ON position.
7. After approximately ten seconds, a single chime will sound and the theft alarm light will stop. Wait fiveseconds and turn the key to the OFF position.
8. The above steps must be repeated for additional keys.