Hi Guys - '09 T5 Manual 2.5
I have an intermittent problem (getting more frequent) where the ignition key won't turn to the 'on' position, it happens regardless of the steering lock being engaged or not. So far, when it happens I've able to jiggle the steering wheel or roll the van forward a bit and then the key will turn to 'on' and then to 'start' ok.
My plan is to replace the ignition/steering lock housing (including ignition switch) and also the ignition key barrel basically so that I have piece of mind if I'm travelling in remote areas etc. Dealer price is approx $900 for parts about $500 for labour.
I was told by 2 mechanics (both well experienced with Transporters) that I'd be better off getting a dealer to install the parts because the new ignition key barrel needs to be 'Activated' and can only be done by a VW dealer.
I am a bit confused by this because I figured that if I ordered a replacement ignition key barrel that matched my VIN then it should just work ok with my existing keys. If the barrel comes with a new key then I can understand that the key might need to be 'activated'.
I know there are a few threads in relation to people replacing the steering lock housing themselves but I couldn't find one where they had also replaced the ignition key barrel as well .
Can anyone shed some light on what the 'activation' process involves ?
I have an intermittent problem (getting more frequent) where the ignition key won't turn to the 'on' position, it happens regardless of the steering lock being engaged or not. So far, when it happens I've able to jiggle the steering wheel or roll the van forward a bit and then the key will turn to 'on' and then to 'start' ok.
My plan is to replace the ignition/steering lock housing (including ignition switch) and also the ignition key barrel basically so that I have piece of mind if I'm travelling in remote areas etc. Dealer price is approx $900 for parts about $500 for labour.
I was told by 2 mechanics (both well experienced with Transporters) that I'd be better off getting a dealer to install the parts because the new ignition key barrel needs to be 'Activated' and can only be done by a VW dealer.
I am a bit confused by this because I figured that if I ordered a replacement ignition key barrel that matched my VIN then it should just work ok with my existing keys. If the barrel comes with a new key then I can understand that the key might need to be 'activated'.
I know there are a few threads in relation to people replacing the steering lock housing themselves but I couldn't find one where they had also replaced the ignition key barrel as well .
Can anyone shed some light on what the 'activation' process involves ?
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