New owner here - if I can locate a "used" 2005 Chrysler Crossfire key fob with the chip, can it be reprogrammed for my 2005 Crossfire? (It has same identification numbers on the fob that my current one has.) I only got one key with the car and am searching for a second. I have ordered one from dealer, but on backorder.

 

The chip in the FOB is only specific to the car it originally came with. You cannot yet have an old key chip programmed for a different car. If someone tells you the key chip can be programmed by a stealership, RUN, your wasting your money. ;(


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And I am living proof of that. I bought a used key, took it to the dealership, two hours later after they tried everything they knew, they came back and told me it can't be done. At least they didn't charge me for the whole two hours of labor..

 

Apparently Needswings can fix this problem if you send them key, immobiliser and ECU !

 

A few different 'sources' can now 'go around' or 'program' another 'chip'/'other' (as in fix a SKREEM either by recoding or bypassing it, however they accomplish it). Three years and innovation has solved this issue and I believe the number of different avenues of repair may increase. The trick is to diagnose it properly and do what each individual issue needs as selected.


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I certainly need a new SKREEM, Needswings is best deal so far- anybody know of any options ??

 

Oh my goodness I had no idea what I was getting into trying to get new keys for my SRT6. I have one functional key / remote obviously with a good "chip" / "transponder" / "RFID"

The chip has apparently been epoxy'd to the case. Currently it's a mess. I have a new case with cut brass.

So if I'm understanding this correctly, I have to remove a couple of components from the car, send them to "needswings" and he can send me two working remote/chip/brass keys, and a valet key?

 

Or unglue the chip in the key you have now... Gasoline will melt almost anything and the RFID chip appears to be immune to chemicals, but not heat.

 

If you have a working key you can just send it to Needswings or the MSS (Mercedes Swap Shop). Then you don't have to take your car apart. You can call them or email them first and explain your situation. They are very helpful.
Make sure you send it overnight with tracking and insured.