VW Crafter All Keys Lost (AKL) – Replacement Van Key
This Volkswagen Crafter required our all keys lost service after every working key had been lost. With no original key available, a new replacement van key had to be prepared, cut and programmed to the vehicle.
An all keys lost (AKL) job is different from simply copying a spare key. The vehicle’s immobiliser and key system must be accessed so that a correctly prepared transponder key can be recognised and authorised to start the van.
VW Crafter All Keys Lost Service
Our Volkswagen Crafter key replacement procedure can include:
• Non-destructive vehicle entry where required
• VW Crafter all keys lost diagnosis
• Replacement van key cutting
• Transponder preparation
• Immobiliser data access where required
• VW Crafter key programming
• Key and immobiliser synchronisation
• Remote control programming where supported
• Key recognition testing
• Final engine starting test
Common VW Crafter Key & Immobiliser Problems
We can diagnose Volkswagen Crafter key and immobiliser faults including:
• All keys lost
• Lost or stolen van keys
• No working key available
• Key turns but engine will not start
• Immobiliser active
• Immobiliser warning displayed
• Key not recognised
• Transponder not recognised
• Replacement key not starting the vehicle
• Remote locking not operating
• Key programming unsuccessful
• Immobiliser and key synchronisation problems
Possible VW Crafter Immobiliser Faults & Errors
Depending on the Crafter generation and immobiliser system fitted, diagnostic faults can include:
• Engine Start Blocked by Immobilizer
• Immobilizer Active
• Key Not Authorized
• Key Not Recognised
• Incorrect / Invalid Key
• Transponder Not Recognised
• No Valid Key Detected
• Immobiliser Communication Fault
• Key Adaptation / Matching Fault
• Start Authorisation Not Granted
On applicable Volkswagen systems, diagnostic trouble codes associated with immobiliser or key recognition problems can include P1570 / 17978 – Engine Start Blocked by Immobilizer and other immobiliser, transponder or key adaptation faults.
The exact fault codes depend on the Crafter generation, control modules and immobiliser system fitted. For this reason, the vehicle is diagnosed before carrying out key programming or electronic work.
VW Crafter Replacement Key Programming
When every key has been lost, replacing complete vehicle modules is not automatically necessary. Depending on the system fitted, the required security and immobiliser information can be accessed so that a replacement key can be correctly prepared and matched to the vehicle.
Once programming is completed, the replacement key is checked for correct transponder recognition, immobiliser authorisation and engine starting.
Mobile VW Crafter Van Key Replacement
GsmHelp provides mobile auto locksmith services for Volkswagen Crafter vans, including all keys lost (AKL), replacement van keys, car and van key cutting, transponder key programming and immobiliser diagnostics.
This VW Crafter all keys lost job was completed in Droitwich Spa, with a replacement key prepared and programmed so the van could be returned to service.
The related service is All keys lost. To ask about your own vehicle, use the contact page or call 07367 445008.
