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gilgalad
 


Member Since: 27 Feb 2011
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Replacement key availability problem?

I ordered a replacement key in May at a main dealer and was told there would be a couple of weeks delay due to a component not being available due to the Tsunami in Japan.

It is now July and still no key.

Does anyone know if this is true or is the dealer taking me for a Censored !!  
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The Large One
 


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not sure about the Japan connection but the lack of availability is correct at the moment TLO has left the building.......
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Post #81583310th Jul 2011 6:32 pm
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gsr341
 


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a few blank keys/fobs on ebay , get it cut then take it to landrover to be ''keyed'' to the car ?  
Post #81584610th Jul 2011 7:15 pm
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The Large One
 


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on;y works if the key has not been already coded to a car
many have spent money on the bay keys only to find they are no0 better than a paper weight Rolling Eyes TLO has left the building.......
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Post #81587710th Jul 2011 8:47 pm
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gilgalad
 


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I'm also sure I read that there was issues with getting the keys cut due to it being laser cut not ground.

I have already parted with money for the genuine LR article I am just amazed at 2 months for a new key.

I wonder how many are now on backorder? Is it the same key for the RR sport etc?  
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The Large One
 


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the first issue which started this all off was incorrect cut keys coming through from LR, this then was sorted by LR paying for a complete new lockset and labour to fit
this became unsustainable so replaced the cutting machine
now there is an issues with a 3rd tier supplier supplying a component for the key holding everything up

yes, same key for D3 and RRS TLO has left the building.......
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Post #81603011th Jul 2011 11:20 am
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gilgalad
 


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Thanks for the help large one.

I guess it's just a waiting game for now.  
Post #81603111th Jul 2011 11:34 am
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Ordered one back in may and got one two weeks ago. 5 week wait. Had to make a big fuss with main dealer. I Agrre it must be connected to problems over seas.  
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ex-jeeper
 


Member Since: 12 Feb 2011
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I need a 2nd key, my problem is that the previous owner was a company, so I do not know who the named driver actually was. Due to data protection, the company will not tell me who it is that (probably) still has the 2nd key. Big Cry

Before I lash out on a dealer key, any tips in tracking down unknown previous owners Rolling with laughter

I do know where it was serviced though..........................  
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Your dealer should be able to "exclude" the missing key from being able to start the car or set/reset the alarm. However, unless you get the locks changed, it'd still be useable to mechanically unlock the front passenger door. Time flies like an arrow; fruit flies like a banana

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Pedros
 


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What's the company? Surely they could contact the previous user on your behalf without letting you know who it is and if he/she has a key to arrange for you to have it.

Maybe you spoke to an employee on the switchboard who thinks that it's a trip to Timpsons on the High Street and pay £1.50 for a spare key. If only... Neutral  
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I keep asking the company if they have contacted the previous 'key holder' yet................. you know the rest Rolling with laughter  
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