VW SEAT Skoda Audi Ignition lock barrel + Transponder antenna (Coil) replacement

Do you need to replace a faulty transponder antenna (Coil) on a VW group car? if so you will of found out that they are fixed to the lock barrel & cannot be removed - VW only supply a complete lock barrel with the antenna already installed, this unfortunately means that you will also be supplied a new ignition key cut at random that will be different from your car door - not convenient! Don’t worry - We have the solution! Simply use our transponder antenna remove & refit service we can remove your faulty antenna from your lock barrel, then we will remove without damaging your replacement antenna from your donor lock barrel (Either new or secondhand) & then fit your donor antenna to your original lock barrel. Your original lock barrel will then be returned to you in just a few days with your new antenna installed so your original key can be used to start the car.
Here is our full guide on how to remove the ignition lock barrel from the steering lock, an easy DIY job, all you will need is a piece of wire apx 1- 1.5 mm diameter (Large paperclip or wire coathanger is ideal)
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[@cornett0]

Very useful thanks for sharing. I found electrical wire wasn't stiff enough., but, luckily my other half sews so I managed to find a large sewing needle that did the job,

[@JC-ECUConnection]

Thanks for watching!.. good job, I usually use a large paper clip or an old piece of piano wire!

[@sollykhan2385]

Thank you for this AWESOME video, please post more super cool tips, Bless 🙂

[@JC-ECUConnection]

Thanks for watching & for your comment!

[@johnydepp8334]

Good job

[@JC-ECUConnection]

Thanks!

[@michaelb.3774]

thanks for your answer, but I can't find it

[@JC-ECUConnection]

nwkeys.co.uk/Product/vag-vw-audi-seat-skoda-ignition-antennae-removal-tool

[@michaelb.3774]

perfect video 👍 BTW where I can get this metal helping part to separate lock and antenna, and combine them again?? you've a direct link to oder? I'm situated in Germany .... best regards Michael 😊

[@JC-ECUConnection]

Thanks for watching & your comment - this tool is available in the U.K. from NW Keys, They are specially made for them so probably not available elsewhere…

[@revjoe868]

Hi, is it possible to remove the antenna safely using a vise? I don't have that tool that fits the ignition barrel and also don't live in the UK to bring it by the shop. My original antenna doesn't read my key anymore. Only when I place a 2nd antenna close to the key in the ignition I can start the car.

[@JC-ECUConnection]

Hi, no I wouldn’t try to remove it with a vice, if you are in Europe we can do this job for you no problem, our services are IOSS compliant & can do it by post, for more information please view our website: www.ecuconnection.co.uk

[@pujo28]

Hello. I changed the housing that holds the ignition switch and lock barrel. When I try to re insert lock barrel, I put key in, turned to on position, insert lock barrel but can’t get it to click or lock in place. Key stays in on position. I’m thinking it’s the $30 Amazon part that’s the problem. Maybe I need to buy the housing from a better site? I just can’t get lock barrel with the key in it to fully seat and click in. Goes in almost ol the way but won’t click in. Thoughts?

[@JC-ECUConnection]

Hi, it may well be a lie quality ‘pattern part’.. I would buy a secondhand genuine part & try again!

[@alexsmekofix8694]

Where you buy the tool to take the antenn out? Do you buy a new or you take from secondhand?

[@JC-ECUConnection]

We had the tool specially made to order, we generally tend to re-use secondhand antennas although new antennas are available from various locksmith supply companies..

[@fireblade_ninja308]

So when you replace ignition antenna don’t you have to program it so it connects with the chip in the key?

[@JC-ECUConnection]

No, the antenna is not a programmed part… it is simply an antenna

[@JC-ECUConnection]

@@joelsalazarnet the Instrument cluster is programmed with the key data, the transponder in the key is programmed to the cluster - this information is transmitted via the antenna from the key to the cluster…

[@ssteward]

In that case why do you need to take the antenna off the barrel? Is it only in cases where the antenna is damaged?

[@ZiooR]

whats wrong if the key just spinns sometimes?

[@JC-ECUConnection]

That is most probably a lock barrel fault..

[@nerkis00]

Hello, i had problem with blocked key and somehow i managed to unblock it (by force) and now its working, but when i take the key out radio, headlights and dashboard are still working, do you have any idea where is the problem. Thank you

[@JC-ECUConnection]

Sorry, without having the vehicle present I’m not able to help..

[@ArdisLacaj]

Hey i need to change just the antenna bcz is damaged does that mean i need to use two keys one for the doors and one for ignition?

[@JC-ECUConnection]

@@ArdisLacaj The reason for changing the aerial- as in the video is so you don’t have to use different keys..

[@ArdisLacaj]

I have another problem it shows immobilizer active on the dashboard but the ignition works ok can it be bcz the black antenna is a little damaged , thanks if you can help me to remove that message

[@JC-ECUConnection]

@@ArdisLacaj yes, this could well be due to a damaged antenna

[@9.6mviews48]

Does the antenna need programming to car at all, or can i just buy a new lock cylinder and its plug and play

[@JC-ECUConnection]

Antenna is not programmed & yes you can change the lock cylinder with the aerial BUT that means you will have to carry 2 keys, one for the door & one for the ignition… we can swap the aerial for you, no probs: ecuconnection.co.uk/product/audi-seat-skoda-vw-ignition-lock-barrel-transponder-antenna-removal-refitting-service/?currency=GBP

[@9.6mviews48]

@@JC-ECUConnection i am looking to change the door locks on my car anyways as they were taken, so it would make sense for me to just plug in the new lock with antenna

[@wasimuddin2062]

I changed the key shell and left the key battery out for like 24 hours and now when i use both original and spare key, the dash says “no key” and the engine will instantly shut off. Any idea on how to fix it?

[@JC-ECUConnection]

Sounds like you didn’t change the transponder in the key when you swapped the case - check this first

[@zahaidrahman2052]

Where can we get the tool from?

[@JC-ECUConnection]

We had it specially made, we can give you the details of where you can buy one if you can contact us by email via our website: www.ecuconnection.co.uk

[@barniep]

What's use, is the other end off the tool for? Your tool is not similar to the one of the NW key's? 🤔

[@JC-ECUConnection]

There is 2 different sizes of the transceiver / lock barrel - the other end is for the other size & yes this is the same tool you mention..

[@barniep]

Is it possible that you could measure the height of the Grove. ​@@JC-ECUConnection

[@JC-ECUConnection]

@@barniep 7mm one end & 13.5mm the other..

[@barniep]

@@JC-ECUConnection thanks for info 🙂the long one, which car, is that for?

[@JC-ECUConnection]

@@barniep not sure exactly which cars but other VW group vehicles…