Program Remote Fob 2008 Vantage

[timberizer]

I just purchased a 2008 Vantage that came with only one key and one fob. The dealer only sells the fobs in pairs for about $600 plus programing. I found the same fob used for about $80, it is a five button model from a DB9 will this work on my Vantage, and can I program it myself. I heard these fobs are made by Volvo and found a web site that said these fobs need the original 16 digit code to program.Thanks.

[rickdms]

the fobs are the same for the db9 and v8v, but are useless without all the correct codes, and would take dealer equipment so only a specialist or a dealer would be able to program it,

[timberizer]

Thanks , Would the Aston Martin dealer be able to program the used one if it does not come with the codes. I understand they have to pair it up with my car, but I am afraid they will say it is no good without the original codes the remote itself came with. Thanks

[rickdms]

Originally Posted by timberizer

Thanks , Would the Aston Martin dealer be able to program the used one if it does not come with the codes. I understand they have to pair it up with my car, but I am afraid they will say it is no good without the original codes the remote itself came with. Thanks

unfortunately no without the codes it can't be reprogrammed

[lhanddds]

Had the very same problem. I doubt the dealer would help you even if he could. That's how they make money. I decided to buy just the additional key. It has an inner component (visible with x-ray) that also has to be programmed at the dealer.

[timberizer]

Does anyone know what frequencey the 2008 Vantage remotes are on,
433MHz or 315MHz. Thanks