Volvo AWD V70 Forum

1997 GLT V70.....the fob for the power door lock/unlock disintegratd some time ago and it is time to replace it (as wifey got locked out, ask my 2 year old...)

Is this something that needs to be re-programmed of sorts, or does data from the old unit need to be carried over, as it is long gone!!!!
Dealer only item suppose???

Any reply greatly appreciated !!!!

Sully

If you still have the inner guts, you can buy just a replacement shell new on ebay. Pop your old inner workings into the new shell and you are good to go. You can also buy complete replacement units, new and used on ebay, but they will need to be programmed to work on the car-this used to be a dealer only type of service but I could be wrong. I recently had my Honda transponder key programmed at a local locksmith and that used to be a dealer only items a fews years ago.

Audi lost a law suit last year and had to make the software available to locksmiths, for a small fee.
To my knowledge, Volvo still owns the software and does not share.

If you still have the inner workings, buy a new case and move the electronics. The key for the car should still be able to unlock the driver's door.

Some dealers charge an arm and a leg to reprogram a new remote, others do it for free if you are a good customer. It only take 2 minutes for the 1997-1998 cars. Remember, your car does not need a software "download", just a programming update. Make sure the dealer's service advisor knows this.

Klaus
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