T5 Chip transponder key

[Ernman5]

I have a 2013 RTS and I broke my key. I'm thinking of buying just any old transponder blank and moving my existing chip from the broken key to the new blank. Has anyone tried that?

I also found a place where you can get the T5 chip only. I'm not an expert but I believe it can be installed into any transponder key, that way I can make several inexpensive spares. Opinions?

http://www.mrlock.com/transponder-chip-jma-key-tp05?mv_pc=am

There are also many blank keys for Honda vehicles (and others) with T5 chips available on ebay. Has anyone tried to use one of those?

 

[Bob Denman]

If you can move the chip over from the usted one; you couldn't ask for a better scenario! :2thumbs:
The T-5 is the right chip! But why jump through that hoop; if you don't have to?
If you DID have to get a T-5 for it; take it to a hardware store with your good key... They can probably clone it for you! nojoke

I'm taking all of my keys, and a T-12 equipped un-programmed aftermarket key to the dealer tomorrow... Let's see if they can make some magic happen!

 

[DrewNJ]

It all sounds doable to me. Personally, I'd like to mount the chip permanently to the dash somewhere and use a normal non-chipped key. Nobody is hot wiring a spyder to steal it.....

 

[Bob Denman]

I've started my 2010 with a dummy key... :thumbup:
But the chipped one had to be touching it, in order for the ignition process to occur. :shocked:
I don't know if you could mount the chip close enough to the switch... :dontknow:

 

[ChasCS]

What happened?

This is the second time I've read about guys busting their key. Was it already in the ignition, switch? I only want avoid duplicating your mistake... Thanks.

Chas

 

[Tazzel]

I purchased my replacement keys here for 7.65 and Ace Hardware program them for free. However not all Ace Hardware stores can read the keys. I had to go to 3 stores to find one that could.

http://www.lockpicks.com/catalogsear...=kb-tp05za-9-p

 

[Bob Denman]

This is the second time I've read about guys busting their key. Was it already in the ignition, switch? I only want avoid duplicating your mistake...

I don't know the circumstances that caused the, "OOPS", :shocked:

But it never hurts to be slow and deliberate with keys...

 

[DrewNJ]

I've started my 2010 with a dummy key... [emoji106]
But the chipped one had to be touching it, in order for the ignition process to occur. :shocked:
I don't know if you could mount the chip close enough to the switch... :dontknow:

Once it started could you take the chipped key away with no issues?

 

[billybovine]

Once it started could you take the chipped key away with no issues?

I have done the same thing as an experiment. I think you could drive for as long you want without a chipped key after starting.

 

[Bob Denman]

That's right... :thumbup: I rode around for an afternoon with a dummy in thw switch, and another one on the seat!

 

[DrewNJ]

Hmmmm...interesting. Could be a cool keyless start setup and just carry a fob disc for starting...

 

[DrewNJ]

Does it start at all with the non chip key? What does it do with the dummy key? Thanks

 

[Bob Denman]

As I recall; there is just no response from the starter button...

 

[johnnyrocket]

That's right... :thumbup: I rode around for an afternoon with a dummy in thw switch, and another one on the seat!

That's funny Bob

 

[missouriboy]

Hmmmm...interesting. Could be a cool keyless start setup and just carry a fob disc for starting...

Sure, just hope your engine never dies in traffic, especially when you need some quick scoot. Mine has been doing this, but restarts instantly and all I have to do is lightly touch the brake. It doesn't even change gears; I can hit the starter and then instantly crack the throttle to keep going.

 

[DrewNJ]

Sure, just hope your engine never dies in traffic, especially when you need some quick scoot. Mine has been doing this, but restarts instantly and all I have to do is lightly touch the brake. It doesn't even change gears; I can hit the starter and then instantly crack the throttle to keep going.

Sounds like you have an issue....

 

[billybovine]

Does it start at all with the non chip key? What does it do with the dummy key? Thanks

When you turn on the ignition with the dummy key everything fires up except for the sound of the fuel pump priming up. After a minute or so the message (BAD KEY) will scroll across the screen. When you press the starter button before or or after the bad key message, nothing will happen. If you turn on the ignition with the dummy key and bring the chipped key close to almost touching the dummy key you will hear the fuel pump start running. Then you can take away the chipped key and it will start normally. I don't think you need the chipped key for a restart after it stalls or the the engine is stopped with kill switch. That would have to be verified. From as far as I can tell the ignition only looks for the chip after the ignition switch is turn on.

 

[DrewNJ]

Fantastic info guys!

 

[Bob Denman]

We Tried...

The dealer couldn't take my afternmarket key with a T-12 chip inside, and get the computer to recogniize it. :gaah:
I guess I'll just can the chip, and use it as a dummy key for opening latches... :banghead:

 

[ChasCS]

Treat them with care, they shouldn't be so fragile!

It wouldn't be prudent to have strange dummy keys floating around...

So, I Think I'll try and Hang on to mine, only two Original keys.

Chas