I have a 2003 Jaguar X-Type. The other day when i was turning it off the key broke off in the ignition, I know, I should have a spare, but I don't.
In order to get it to the dealer, which the closest jag dealer is 2 hours away I would have to tow it on a flat bed, buy a key, and pay to have it programmed. This might cost $1500 or more.
I am pretty handy and was able to rig the key with a piece of metal tubing to get it to turn in the ignition, but not to start.
The key is not a normal key either. It is on a switchblade remote. The key itself is not typical either, it is cylindrical, not flat.
I am going through a separation and at the moment both me and my wife are unemployed. I honestly cannot afford to pay $1500 to get this fixed.
Is there a way to program this myself? Is there a way to rig this to at least get it to the dealer without towing? Is there a way to turn off the anti-theft?
I am really in a serious bind with this. PLEASE HELP
2007-09-07
03:06:54
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