No, the keys are programmable with a code unique to the key.Do I have this right?
No, the keys are programmable with a code unique to the key.Do I have this right?
No, the keys are programmable with a code unique to the key.
What are you trying to figure out?Interesting.
I assume the keys can only be programmed by some kind of bench top programmer. So, the code on one's key could be read and then programmed onto a new key.
When the key programming operation is done with the two keys in the ignition, the SKIS system I assume will never program they key, it will only program they key's code to the jeep, correct? So, are they keys that we purchase on amazon/ebay/etc already programmed? If so, I assume they cannot be re-programmed? This would imply that places that can "clone" keys have key blanks that have never had their chips programmed before.
It's either confusing or I'm over-complicating it.
Thanks for the help in understanding.
What are you trying to figure out?
I have heard but have yet to verify that some lock smiths have a programmer that creates a unique code to the copy. I am not entirely certain that claim is valid.When I go somewhere, be it a dealer or locksmith, to have another key made (I only have one) I want to ensure that I'm getting a uniquely coded key that I can use with my current key to make further copies with. In other words, I want to know if I am getting a clone or a unique key, and I want to know what they require to create a unique key. If I am starting to understand, if they don't have the vehicle, they can only clone a key, and not create one of the unique eight keys that the SKIS can be programmed for.
I have heard but have yet to verify that some lock smiths have a programmer that creates a unique code to the copy. I am not entirely certain that claim is valid.
The dealer should be using the DRB to program the key since it would be of little benefit to them to make a clone.
I just did this yesterday. I called a mobile lock smith and he said he could cut program a key. I only had one key. He showed up cut a dummy key shaft for trial then cut a transponder key and went to the jeep and plugged in his programmer and did his thing. It was about 30 to 45 minutes from when he pulled up till he drove off.
I have ordered a couple of Y160 transponder keys and will get them cut and give the programing a try
Okay I got 2 of the Y160 transponder keys from Keys I took them up to the ace hardware store and had them cut. I then followed the procedure in post #1 by Chris and they both work perfect. So for under $20.00 I now have 2 spare transponder keys.
Supposedly, the dealer can tell you, if they know how to look it up anymore, based on this thread!I would imagine you could have the door locks re keyed to your current key from a locksmith. I don' t have my pin either, it wasn't needed to cut and program the new key even tho I only had one. They had to cut a regular steel key for some reason because I didn't have the pin. I'm not even sure where you'd get the pin, would the dealer tell you?
240k klics, nice!
Sorry to bring this post back all the way up but are you still offering this service? My new to me Lj is going through all the common failures. Fuel pump then the crank sensor now the skim module haha.It is simple to get done. If you were to send me the PCM and VIN, we can purchase the module, have the keys cut, install the PCM in a compatible TJ, do the programming and ship it all back. My guy would charge maybe 100 bucks for everything labor wise. Parts are about 200ish. He has all three Chrysler DRB scanners. About 8000 dollars worth.