Farmer Bry
New Member
Hi 2005 registration
On a 2005 the remote fob just does the central locking and alarm.
The immobiliser is a completely different system consisting of a chip in the key that communicates with a Sawdoc immobiliser ECU via the coil on the ignition barrel.
You can buy a replacement key with a chip already programmed from a LR main dealer parts department and it probably isn't as expensive as you think.
As far as I know, the key/chip will "just work" without needing the service department to get involved.
The immobiliser is a completely different system consisting of a chip in the key that communicates with a Sawdoc immobiliser ECU via the coil on the ignition barrel.
You can buy a replacement key with a chip already programmed from a LR main dealer parts department and it probably isn't as expensive as you think.
As far as I know, the key/chip will "just work" without needing the service department to get involved.
FrINlander
Member
I'm also curious about alternative suppliers. Mine is Silca branded and has worked until now. It's fairly slim, so I'm unsure if it actually carries the chip.
Kerlaan
Active Member
FrINlander
Member
Do you happen to have the dimensions for the chip? I doubt anything like that would fit my key, although they're branded as 'chippable'. I don't have it on me ATM so can't post a picture. I'm hoping my car is old enough to rely on the fob for the immo, as the chips seem impossible to get, but replacement fobs can still be bought.
Bife
Active Member
I found this page informative about the various systems in the FL1 over the years
www.remotekey.co.uk
Land Rover Freelander key fob and immobiliser problems
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Kerlaan
Active Member
I shall update you with the exact dimensions next week when I arrive home.
