Using VR/S Key with Centeral Locking in VN Calais

[markER717]

As the title suggests, I am thinking about using a VR/S key on my VN. My remote is busted and I want metal door handles, so I was thinking to change to VR/S key. I have a Calais with central locking and I'm assuming I will need the following parts off the VR/S: Body Control Module, Key, Ignition Barrel, Door Handles w/ Lock. Is that all? will I need another central locking module from the VR/S? or will mine still work with the VR/S key. Also my boot lock isn't coded to work with the remote nor do I have the key for it. If I remove it, can I still have it coded to the remote and use it with the remote and the in car button?

[IvanTheTerrible]

Only one main problem. How, without the VS ecu, do you program the body control module for the remote?

[VN_Luke]

I'm running the newer key on my VN - complete with working immobiliser/security key etc.

you need the VR/VS bcm (or vr bcm and theft deterrent module)

.... but to fit these, you need to either alter a HEAP of wiring int he VN loom, or run a VR/VS loom (less effort)

either way - BIG job if you're doing it just for the key.

you'd be better off ripping apart a VR/VS key and fitting an aftermarket central lock remote inside of it

[Not_An_Abba_Fan]

I have an aftermarket remote central locking unit but there is no way the guts of the remote will fit inside the head of a VR/VS key. I suppose every kit is different though.

[markER717]

Well my current remote it busted and I have factory imoboliser and centeral locking, and to get a new one coded I've been told is expensive. would the guts out of my stock remote fit in the vr/s key? how would i get the buttons to work?

[Morton]

For around $300 you can get a very good aftermarket alarm system fitted at a reputable auto elec or car sound/security specialist. I would seriously consider doing that if I were you.

Then get two nice new keys cut on remote-less key heads, and you can have your remote (supplied as part of the aftermarket system) on a separate dongle