If you do NOT have two working keys you will need to get this key
fob programmed by a professional.
There are two different procedures for this vehicle. If procedure one doesn�t work please go to
procedure two.
Procedure
one
Obtain all remote transmitters for this vehicle. You will need
two keys to perform this programming procedure.
1. Insert master key into the ignition switch and turn the
ignition switch to the ON position.
2. within 30 seconds: Insert second key into the driver's door
lock cylinder and manually lock the driver's door with the second key.
3. Press the LOCK or UNLOCK button.
4. After 2 seconds press the LOCK or UNLOCK button again.
5. Switch ignition to the OFF position. Programming is now
complete, test remote to ensure proper function.
Procedure
Two
Obtain all remote transmitters for this vehicle. You must have
two keys to perform this procedure.
1. With driver's door open close all other doors and trunk.
Insert master key into ignition and turn ignition switch to the ON position and
leave in vehicle. Exit vehicle and close driver's door.
2. Insert other key into door lock cylinder and turn to the LOCK
position.
3. Press the UNLOCK button on the first remote. Wait two seconds.
4. Repeat step 3 for each remaining remote to be programmed.
5. Programming is now complete, remove keys and test remotes to
ensure proper programming.
2001 Passat replacement key 
