How to find the ignition key type.

[Pavarotti]

Hi,

I need to buy a spare set of keys to my -93 Coupe.

Since our Swedish GM store wants between 5-10 times as much for the keys i was thinking about ordering from US. But i need to decide what ignition key type i have (there are 12 different types if i understand this correctly) and our GM dealer is very helpfull. As long as i order from him...
So now they wont help.

Can i decide from ny chassi # or something (that is probably a swedish term, i am refering to each cars "id-number", visible at the bottom right of the windshield for instance) ?

Can US shops help with this if i order from them?

 

[Moonunit 451]

Here you go:
http://www.asttraining.com/Files/vats1.pdf
If you can't pull up the PDF file, let me know and I'll figure a way to get you the info. If you know how to use and have accesss to a multimeter you can do it yourself. Otherwise a locksmith should be able to help you easily and cheaply.

Welcome to the

 

[Pavarotti]

Thanks!!

So if i understand this correctly, all i need to do is messure the resistance on the key, i dont have to perform step 2.

Then i will have the shop sell me a key with the same resistance, they would prefer a typ (1-12) according to the catalog but i suppose that will work.

 

[Moonunit 451]

I believe that is correct. I own an older car though. I know there have been some key changes, but I think this still is applicable .

 

[jmccloud]

Keys

If the Swedes are as honest as we hear on this side of the pond, just defeat the system. If they're not, a good tow driver will have the car in less than 120 seconds anyway.
Can you sense that I think the system is a pain in the ***?
There are a few threads on how to defeat or bypass the key system over the last few months. Try the "Search" tab above if Moonunit's isn't accessible.

 

[Moonunit 451]

UH, I think he just wants an extra set of keys

 

[alfonsi4]

When you do find how to get the Key code... please pass along.

In the meantime here was someone selling the keys. Once you have the key ID you tell them which one and they will send you the right blank, you then just get the key cut like a regular one.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6776&item=2409790193&rd=1

Hope this helps!

 

[KOPBET]

I believe you can buy the key blanks from Ecklers or MAD. $15.
Just reference the key code below after measuring plug with an ohmmeter.

Pellet Resistance
Code Ohms
1 - 402
2 - 523
3 - 681
4 - 887
5 - 1130
6 - 1470
7 - 1870
8 - 2370
9 - 3010
10 - 3740
11 - 4570
12 - 6040
13 - 7500
14 - 9530
15 - 11800