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Badbubba · 01-21-2021, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nghtshd88

Flip key snapped off the fob, was going to happen at some point. I have a spare key but am trying to order a replacement. They are pretty inexpensive on ebay. 2 for $16.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-For-2010-...-/392983549167

Was wondering if it had to be an OEM key or not? Some reviews say they deprogram after a few days.

I read somewhere that people had issues with the trunk not opening on some replacement fobs also.

Was considering this one also for $50 which is OEM supposedly.

https://www.carandtruckremotes.com/2...emote-key.html

What broke? Key or fob. Just swap the circuit board from the old fob to the new one. Get a key cut, if needed, from the blank provided. Wind the spring before assembling. Easy. Used an eBay fob shell. Used my key and circuit board.

SIM GhostrdrZ · 01-21-2021, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nghtshd88

Flip key snapped off the fob, was going to happen at some point. I have a spare key but am trying to order a replacement. They are pretty inexpensive on ebay. 2 for $16.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-For-2010-...-/392983549167

Was wondering if it had to be an OEM key or not? Some reviews say they deprogram after a few days.

I read somewhere that people had issues with the trunk not opening on some replacement fobs also.

Was considering this one also for $50 which is OEM supposedly.

https://www.carandtruckremotes.com/2...emote-key.html

I’ve got an extra one without the blade I’ll send you if that’s what you need. You’ll need to reprogram it and put your key blade in it.
Pm me if your interested.

Badbubba · 01-21-2021, 10:47 AM

This guy really struggles in this video. It's not hard to do.
https://youtu.be/fRFPAStYEV4

Nghtshd88 · 01-21-2021, 12:27 PM

The blade snapped I do not have it anymore. Im sure using it to manually open the trunk through the back seat didnt help. Its very hard to turn that lock. I actually know more than one person that had theirs break off in the ignition.. the fob itself is also a little cracked and battery dieing. Already purchased a new OEM one. I see the blade sold individually but guessing you need the rivet to. What bad engineering lol. Have already had the pleasure of replacing the A/C door..

SIM GhostrdrZ · 01-21-2021, 12:44 PM

Push button start would’ve been great. My 18’ Silverado didn’t even include that.

Good luck

Nghtshd88 · 01-21-2021, 01:23 PM

Well its out of stock of course.. guess amazon it is and will swap the guts.

Cheap Guy · 01-22-2021, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

Link is broke and doesn't work.

As for cutting, these keys require a special side cutting machine which your normal hardware store won't have. When I was looking at getting a replacement cut a couple years ago, only 1 GM dealer within 100 miles of me could cut it and there wasn't any lock smiths that could. Ended up just exchanging the blades, they are only held on by a small roll pin.

Be careful using a punch to get the pin out. I found out it’s hollow and if don’t use the right side punch it will just go through the pin and it will be impossible to get out without tearing up the blade. I did two of these recently. One went perfectly and the other one I destroyed the blade and had to have a new cut but it was only $10 at the local GM dealer.

Dankmeme · 01-26-2021, 12:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nghtshd88

Flip key snapped off the fob, was going to happen at some point. I have a spare key but am trying to order a replacement. They are pretty inexpensive on ebay. 2 for $16.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-For-2010-...-/392983549167

Was wondering if it had to be an OEM key or not? Some reviews say they deprogram after a few days.

I read somewhere that people had issues with the trunk not opening on some replacement fobs also.

Was considering this one also for $50 which is OEM supposedly.

https://www.carandtruckremotes.com/2...emote-key.html

Car and truck remotes is good. Bought two keys off them. Only thing you would need to do is cut them to match your current key

01-21-2021, 10:47 AM	#17
Badbubba GrINned & JUICEd Drives: 15STI, 10Expy, 10 2SS/RS M6, 47KB1 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,251	This guy really struggles in this video. It's not hard to do. https://youtu.be/fRFPAStYEV4 __________________ GPI SS3 Cam & stuff,N.O. Plate(dedicated fuel tank,progressive,fuel hose upgrade,remote opener,heater,console switches),LNC2000,CTAP,ARH 1 7/8" LTs/gutted cats/X pipe/mufflers,Jet Hot coated LTs,GPI HPT Tune,CAI, Scoop,Rx Catch Can,Gates heater hose relocation, Remote clutch & auto brake res,Metco loop,Momentum Tunnel Brace,TSW Nurb 18",555 & 05,Pfadt trailing arms & toe rods,Autometer WB,Fesler Pillar Pod,LED strips (int),Lloyds floor & trunk mats,LED DRL/front turn & license plate,DRL harness,VLEDs tail lights,Plasticoat Bowties. Ord: Oct 5, 2009 Rec: Nov 19, 2009 13.17@112.6 stock

01-21-2021, 12:27 PM	#18
Nghtshd88 Drives: 13' Camaro LT Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: NJ Posts: 25	The blade snapped I do not have it anymore. Im sure using it to manually open the trunk through the back seat didnt help. Its very hard to turn that lock. I actually know more than one person that had theirs break off in the ignition.. the fob itself is also a little cracked and battery dieing. Already purchased a new OEM one. I see the blade sold individually but guessing you need the rivet to. What bad engineering lol. Have already had the pleasure of replacing the A/C door..

01-21-2021, 12:44 PM	#19
SIM GhostrdrZ Drives: ‘14 ZL1 M6 vert Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,292 View My Garage	Push button start would’ve been great. My 18’ Silverado didn’t even include that. Good luck

01-21-2021, 01:23 PM	#20
Nghtshd88 Drives: 13' Camaro LT Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: NJ Posts: 25	Well its out of stock of course.. guess amazon it is and will swap the guts.