General Key repairs

[dtlove]

Hi guys,

I bought a Fiat Punto Evo a few weeks back and the key that came with it is a bit worn. I'm not prepared to pay £80 to have it fixed.

I've replaced the cover and the buttons, but my current problem is the latching mechanism is worn down. I took the key apart and noticed that the two indentations that keep it latched in place are worn down.

Has anyone had an luck swapping these out, or should I see if a locksmith can just cut a new one?

Thanks!

 

[chris3234]

Get a replacement key cut can get them for about £15 on eBay and just swap over the circuit board from your current one ?

 

[chris3234]

Get a replacement key cut can get them for about £15 on eBay and just swap over the circuit board from your current one ?

 

[dtlove]

Get a replacement key cut can get them for about £15 on eBay and just swap over the circuit board from your current one ?

I didn't think about that, is it really that simple?

 

[chris3234]

I didn't think about that, is it really that simple?

is it one of these type of keys?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/142358209411?chn=ps
if so yes its exactly what i did with mine

 

[dtlove]

Nice, I've got one of those spare from the swaps I made so I'll see about getting it cut over the weekend. Thanks for your help!

 

[varesecrazy]

Nice, I've got one of those spare from the swaps I made so I'll see about getting it cut over the weekend. Thanks for your help!

Let us know how you get on.

Charlie