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Decoding and Cutting the Volvo HU56 Key Using the Condor Mini Key Cutting Machine

ASK THE EXPERT: VW Audi group

Cutting and Cloning a ID46 Transponder Chip Using the Handy Baby

The FREE Technical Magazine Issue 10, January 2018 www.locksmithmag.com 1 Bios of this month’s contributors

Martin Pink The highly respected locksmith Martin Pink has been at the forefront of the development of tools and techniques for picking, decoding and opening many of today’s toughest locks. Martin has been instrumental in the development of the Genuine Lishi Brand and he wrote the definitive guide to opening car locks called the Genuine Lishi Training Kit. Martin is known around the globe for his knowledge of car lock technology and is highly sought after at locksmith exhibitions and training events around the world.

2 Letter from the editor

Happy New Year from Cars Keys and Locks magazine, and welcome to our 10th edition!

We’re pleased to announce that our brand new ‘Find a Locksmith’ app - which is sponsored by TradeLocks and CitySafe - FINALLY launched last month! The app has been completely redesigned to make it easy for users to search for and locate their nearest locksmiths. In this issue we tell you all about the app, how you can get listed on it for FREE and give you information on how it’s being advertised. This includes telling you about the launch of the TV advert alongside the app which is airing on over 200 channels nationwide this month alone! To find out all about our fantastic app head to page 30.

If you’re looking for more guides and want more go to reference material to help you whilst out on the job, then you’ve come to the right place! In this edition Martin Pink is back with another step-by-step guide on the fantastic Handy Baby Transponder Cloner. This month he talks you through cutting and cloning an ID46 Transponder Chip onto a low cost JMD46 Carbon Cloning Chip, using a 2014 Vauxhall Combo van. Head to page 14 to see the full guide!

Martin will also be taking you through decoding and cutting both a Volvo HU56 Key and HU101 Lock using the Condor Mini cut to code electric key cutting machine. Both guides explain what to do if there’s no key or key blade available, so you’ll know what to do in any situation you may be faced with! To see how to decode and cut a Volvo HU56 Key head to page 4. To find how to decode and cut a key for the Volvo HU101 lock head to page 8.

And finally, Ask the Expert is back! If you’re new to the magazine, our Ask the Expert segment is the chance for you, the reader, to get auto locksmith advice from world leading auto locksmith professional Martin Pink! This month you’ve asked for Martin’s advice on how to code keys and do precoded keys for VAG vehicles from 2008 – 2014. He discusses a number of different tools, all which vary in price and gives you his opinion on them. Head to page 24 to see what Martin has to say!

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Table of Content Decoding and Cutting the Volvo HU56 Key Using the Condor Mini Key Cutting Machine 4 Decoding and Cutting the HU101 Lock Using the Condor Mini Key Cutting Machine 8 Cutting and Cloning a ID46 Transponder Chip Using the Handy Baby and Low Cost JMD46 14 Carbon Cloning Chip Ask The Expert: VW Audi group – later stuff 24

3 Decoding and Cutting the Volvo HU56 Key Using the Condor Mini Key Cutting Machine By Martin Pink

In this guide we will look at the process of decoding and cutting the Volvo HU56 key using the Condor Mini electronic key cutting machine.

We begin by switching on our Condor Mini.

Select ‘Cut by Bitting’ located on the right of the screen Select HU56R from the menu. (note you can also search by vehicle). 4 You will be given 2 options, select the bottom option. The next screen shows you which jaw to use and which line to align the key to.

Insert the key into the jaw and align to the correct Once the original key is in the jaw, ensure the key area and jaw alignment line and clamp tight. are clean of swarf and key debris then select ‘Key Decode’.

The machine will then decode the key and present you with the Remove the original key and take decoded key screen showing you the key cuts in each position. the blank key you wish to copy to. 5 Insert the blank key to be cut in the Now select ‘Correcting & Cut’ located on the correct alignment position in the jaw. bottom right of the screen.

The screen will then tell you it’s working. The machine then cuts the key on side 1. You will then be told to turn the key over and repeat to cut side 2. Your key is correctly cut!

6 If you’re in a situation where they key blade has been lost, it is also possible to pick and decode using a Genuine Lishi tool and directly enter the cuts into the machine where no key is available to decode from.

Select ‘Cut by Bitting’. Input HU56R using the keypad.

Once HU56R is highlighted select ‘Continue’. Again select the bottom option of the 2 options you are presented with.

Enter the direct cuts you read with the Genuine Lishi tool, then select continue to cut as shown. >

7 Decoding and Cutting the HU101 Lock Using the Condor Mini Key Cutting Machine By Martin Pink

In This Guide we will look at decoding and cutting a HU101 key on the Condor Mini key cutting machine.

Begin by switching on your Condor Mini key cutting machine. 8 Then select ‘Cut by Bitting’. Using the keypad, input HU101.

Select HU101 from the options. Once HU101 is selected, press ‘Continue’.

You will be offered 2 options – 7 cut or 10 cut. In this guide The screen then changes confirming which clamp, it’s a 10 cut key we need, so select 10 cut and Volvo and correct alignment position and correct cutter to use. press ‘Continue’.

9 Take note of the correct clamp. Correctly insert the original key into the jaw in the correct position.

Double check on the screen that you’re using the correct Press ‘Key Decode’. jaw and it’s in the correct alignment.

Then press ‘Continue’. The Condor Mini will now decode the key.

10 Once decoding is complete the screen displays the key cuts. Now remove the original key and get a key blank.

Correctly insert the blank key Press ‘Correcting & Cut’. in the jaw to the correct alignment.

The Condor Mini will cut they key. Once cutting is complete Turn the key and align correctly when prompted. you will be told to turn the key and cut side 2. 11 Press ‘Correcting & Cut’ to begin cutting side 2. The key is now perfectly duplicated.

You can also enter direct cuts if no key is available as follows:

Select ‘Cut by Bitting’.

Using the keypad type HU101. Select HU101. 12 Select 10 cut and then Volvo. Manually enter your cuts then cut as above guide.

And there you have it, a perfectly cut HU101 using the Condor Mini where no key was available to decode!

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DESIGNED FOR AUTO LOCKSMITHS AND SECURITY SPECIALISTS15 Cutting and Cloning a ID46 Transponder Chip Using the Handy Baby and Low Cost JMD46 Carbon Cloning Chip

By Martin Pink

The vehicle used in this guide is a 2014 Vauxhall Combo van that uses an ID46 transponder chip. The process is the same on all vehicles using an ID46 chip.

For the cutting element of this guide we are using a Condor Mini cut to code machine. Handy Baby is exceptional on ID46 key cloning! It is very quick and the cloning chips are very high quality, totally reliable and the carbon 46 chips for it are up to 55% cheaper than many rival chips!

16 To complete the procedure you will need the following items:

1) Handy Baby transponder cloner; 2) JMD46 carbon cloning chip; 3) The key blank or remote key you are cloning to; 4) The original key to clone from; 5) The vehicle the key will need to work on; 6) Key cutting machine.

Once you have the necessary items we can begin the process of cutting and cloning a spare STD non remote ID46 car key, in this case a 2014 Vauxhall combo van.

First, switch on the Condor Mini cut to code machine. Select either ‘Key Database’ or ‘Cut by Bitting’.

Type in the key blank using the keypad on screen. The information screen appears. This shows you the correct In this case SIP22. jaw to use and the correct stop position to set your key to. 17 As we are decoding and then cutting, put the original key into the Then select the ‘Key Decode’ option on screen. correct jaw and position as instructed by the screen diagram.

On the next screen select ‘Confirm’. The machine will then begin its work.

Once the key has been decoded the decode Now remove the original key and insert the key blank you will be displayed on the screen. are cutting to correctly in the jaw as instructed by the on screen diagram.

18 Then select ‘Confirm’ to cut the key. Side one is cut.

Turn the key blank over and set it correctly in jaw to cut side 2. Click ‘Confirm’ and cut side 2.

It is good practice to use a wire brush or nylon brush wheel to clean the newly cut key to ensure that there are no sharp edges. Side 2 is cut to code and your spare key is now cut.

19 Now we have cut our spare key, we are ready to use the Handy Baby to clone the key so it starts the vehicle engine.

Ensure you have your Handy Baby, your cut key and the JMD46 cloning chip.

Now we are ready to begin.

Place the JMD46 cloning chip into the chip carrier of your key and insert it into the newly cut spare key.

Insert the original key into Handy Baby antenna and click ‘OK’ on the top left padlock icon to read the key.

20 Handy Baby confirms it is an ID46 transponder and shows the keys ID. Leave the original key in the antenna, scroll to ok to decode and press ‘OK’.

The screen will then confirm when it is ok to remove the original key and go to the car to sniff the data.

Insert the original key into the ignition and place the Handy Baby antenna on the original key in the ignition. Then switch the ignition on and off up to 3 times, taking the key out of the ignition each time you turn it off.

The Handy Baby will state success when it has sniffed all the data it needs.

21 Alternatively, you can hold the antenna next to the key and the aerial ring on the car.

Then switch the ignition on and off up to 3 times, taking the key out of the ignition each time you turn off.

The Handy Baby will state success when it has sniffed all the data it needs.

Now remove the key from the ignition and put the original key back into the Handy Baby and press ‘OK’ to decode.

The Handy Baby informs you not to remove the original key during this process, and keeps you informed via percentage where it is in this task.

22 After a minute or 2, it will be completed and the Handy Baby screen informs you that decoding has been a success and instructs you to insert your JMD46 chip which is in the spare key.

Insert your spare key with the JMD46 chip in it and press ‘OK’ to copy.

The Handy Baby screen informs you it is copying the key and instructs you not to move the key.

23 Once completed, the Handy Baby gives you the option to do a 2nd key. If you want to do a 2nd key, insert a new JMD46 chip and press ‘OK’ to copy. We only want 1 key today, so we press the left arrow to exit the function.

Now test your key and start the engine. The key will work flawlessly.

The whole cloning procedure using handy baby took under 3 minutes in this case, but on whole it averages between 2 and 4 minutes on ID46.

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25 Are you a locksmith unable to get a job done? Got a burning question, but not sure who to ask for advice on ASK the latest products and tools? World leading auto locksmith professional Martin Pink is here to help! Each issue he will be answering some THE of your auto locksmithing questions, so if you’re in need of expert advice, get in touch!

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1) ABRITES full VAG VN003 licence Martin asked on Facebook: I’d like some information on VW Audi group – Priced at over £2,000* – later stuff. Specifically coding keys This has by far the most coverage and is after a total loss and I’d like to know regarded by most as the best VAG what’s the best way with all of the programmer on the market for VAG keys with precoded keys etc.? All without precoded CS. It doesn’t have 100% coverage breaking the bank! and some still fail, but it has, without doubt, the widest coverage. The advantages of ABRITES is it generally does all it claims, the disadvantage for some is the expense. 2) Xhorse VVDI2 Options for doing precoded VAG keys – Priced at over £1,000* from 2008 to 2014 all vary in cost and vary This Chinese machine is widely regarded in risk - all have their advantages and as the nearest rival to the ABRITES on VAG. It their disadvantages! With VAG you has the same claimed coverage as ABRITES, really do get what you pay for as with but also comes with its listed failures and anything. Here are a few options: bugs. Its advantage over ABRITES is it is far cheaper. But as it is a Chinese tool, support 26 and updates can stop overnight and the tool can get discontinued. Also warranty 4) OBDSTAR X300 DP returns can prove expensive if honoured – Priced at over £700* as they would have to be shipped back to China. Saying this, reports are good on the Although not fully tested with the aid tools performance and support at present. of the RFID adapter, the X300 DP claims to do models to 2014 via OBD with the 3) SuperVAG – Priced at over £700* aid of the RFID adapter attached.

This has to be the best value tool on the It’s a very low cost option, and although market for precoded VAG vehicles. Its an excellent machine on many other coverage is really impressive considering it applications, I’d prefer to test this further is low cost! It is updated free in the 1st year myself before declaring it as a viable and the following years updates are low option for precoded VAG. cost.

It has a wide coverage of precoded VAG keys to 2014 by OBD as long as you have a working key available. For lost keys on the precoded VAG keys it is necessary to remove the clocks and program them on the bench with the use of a tool like Tango. It doesn’t have the OBD coverage that ABRITES has, but it has similar coverage if removing the clocks, at a far lower cost and is proven and safe option.

5) Tools like MVP Pro (with smart dongle and smart Aerial) and Zed-FULL

Both offer this coverage too. Not as wide a coverage as ABRITES but still an impressive coverage. The disadvantage of course is the token costs per key coded or the cost of the unlimited use packages.

*Prices correct at the time of printing. 27 6) OSCA from 3D Group

OSCA is a low cost unit you can buy from If a main dealer attempts to code a key 3D Group. You are limited to needing main thats ID is not on their system, the vehicle dealer purchased keys for precoded VAG, will shut down and the dealer will blame the so will need to wait for the key to arrive. aftermarket key for this. Their fix will be Once you have the precoded key from the a very expensive new set of clocks, new main dealer, you make an appointment with lock set and new ID for the key with a new 3D, you then connect the OSCA unit to the key set, which runs into the thousands! car and to your laptop, ensuring you have This is something that we all have to bear internet connection. Someone from 3D in mind when doing these dealer precoded will then jump on your computer from their VAG keys with a key that’s not been ordered offices over the internet and will code the to VIN by the main dealer. Warning the key to the car for you using their dealer tool, customer of this and signing a disclaimer you pay a fee from their fee menu for each to this effect is wise. session. The risks will increase the cheaper you go Although the dealer key can be expensive on equipment on lost key jobs, especially and can take time to arrive, it’s the safest with kits that are cheap and not yet fully of all options for coding VAG precoded tested and proven. keys as all are done via the dealers’ online system and tools. An alternative to consider is cloning. The precoded VAG keys can now be cloned quickly with Silca and Keyline cloners via CONCLUSION an internet connection. Once the chip is cloned it is already prepared to start the Why do I say that OSCA is probably the car, so only the remote needs coding by safest option? This is because no matter diag - this is a safe alternative. what other kit you opt to buy and use, there will always be a risk involved when doing Worth a mention is the Handy Baby these precoded keys. Transponder Cloner with its VW assistant attachment. This can also clone these The obvious thing when using cheap keys very well with the VW assistant add Chinese equipment is of course the issue you on, and also does some when a working read online where the kit has corrupted a car. key isn’t available and all keys are lost. With Chinese kits you may have no support and you certainly have no way of Cloning can be deemed safer as the chip sharing any repair costs. takes the identity of an authorised chip already in the system, although the main But even when using kits like ABRITES, dealer may not be able to recode the chip, SuperVAG, VVDI, MVP Pro and Zed-FULL, as an authorised ID it won’t affect the car you have to bear in mind that some element system as an aftermarket chip does. of risk still exists, the main one being: The key you supply and program that’s not been Many auto locksmiths now prefer to clone purchased from the main dealer will have its these precoded VAG keys, and a good own unique identity, if not purchased from combination for this is the Handy Baby the main dealer your keys ID will not appear with VW assistant along with SuperVAG for on their system as valid and authorised for programming remotes and non precoded the vehicles VIN Number.This causes a major VAG keys. problem should the main dealer ever attempt to recode the key, which is necessary when they do some repair work. 28 UNLOCK YOUR AUTO SKILLS AT THE GENUINE LISHI TRAINING ACADEMY PERFECT YOUR PICKING AND PROGRAMMING SKILLS WITH THE BEST AUTO LOCKSMITH COURSES IN THE UK! 8 Day Auto Locksmith Course 2 Day Basic Auto 2 Day Genuine Lishi Picking 1 Day Preliminary + Modules 1-5 Entry Course and Decoding Training Course

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29 We have launched our brand new Find a Locksmith app!

The Cars, Keys & Locks Find a Locksmith app has been completely redesigned to make it easy for users to search and locate their nearest domestic, safe and auto locksmiths! Available on both Android and iOS, users are able to find company and contact names, telephone numbers, addresses, websites and working hours – all at their fingertips!

30 What’s new?

Both the app and logo have had a complete makeover, plus we’ve got a brand new website www.CarsKeysandLocks.com!

Searching for locksmiths has become quicker and users can now locate their local key cutting centres.

Users can also do many more things within the app including search for ‘TL Approved’ members (explained later on in the article) and search for 24 hour locksmiths!

In addition we have also introduced a brand new rating system on the app where users can leave you feedback! The better your feedback, the higher you rank in searches!

31 How do I get listed on the app?

Getting yourself or your company listed on the app is quick and easy, and best of all it is completely FREE! If you don’t already have a TradeLocks trade account all you have to do is visit www.tradelocks.co.uk and register for one. Once you have been approved by a member of the TradeLocks team your or your company’s details will be automatically listed on the app for everyone to see!

Putting user safety first! Benefits: Worryingly in the UK there are no laws and regulations when it comes to locksmiths. This • Each TL member will be listed above any means anybody can call themselves a locksmith, non ‘TL Approved’ member for any search even if they have no training, skills or qualifications! on the app. This will put you ahead of your As one of the leading locksmith tool suppliers in competitors, and give you greater visibility the industry, TradeLocks wanted to ensure that and exposure. only genuine skilled and experienced locksmiths, such as those in their database, are called out to • You will have a ‘TL Approved’ badge jobs. That’s why the ‘TL Approved’ scheme was shown on your profile throughout the app. introduced. • App users are actively encouraged to search for and call ‘TL Approved’ What are TradeLocks Approved members, as they can be assured that Members? all ‘TL Approved’ members have the essential knowledge and skill to carry TradeLocks Approved members are locksmiths out the job. who have been personally vetted by a member of the TradeLocks team to ensure that they are • You will be sent a ‘TL Approved’ van professional and competent. They look at how sticker that you can display on your van long you have been trading as a locksmith, if you to give yourself more creditability. are a member of any locksmith associations and if you have attended any locksmith courses. Once we’re confident that you’re a professional and competent locksmith, your account will be upgraded to TL Approved member which comes with lots of perks!

32 If you’re already listed on the app and require additional marketing material to promote the app we would be more than happy to provide this for you! This includes adding your logo or details on to any promotional material.

For more information on the ‘Find a Locksmith’ app and how to become a TradeLocks Approved member head to www.tradelocks.co.uk.

“Locked out? Don’t freak out”

We’re excited to announce that alongside our brand new Find a Locksmith app, our 10 second advert has also launched!

Nobody can predict when they are going to need a locksmith. You can get locked out of your home or vehicle, snap or even misplace your keys at any time!

Often people don’t know what locksmith to turn to or who to call, that’s why we’ve launched our TV advert nationwide. We want to encourage people to download the new and improved Find a Locksmith app to ensure that they are able to find a trustworthy local locksmith – no matter where they are!

Since the beginning of December the advert has been showcased to over 7 million people! Haven’t seen it yet? Not to worry, it will be airing on over 200 UK TV channels throughout the UK in January including:

33 As well as being advertised on TV, the app is being promoted by UAP Limited! On every UAP cylinder sold is a keyring which has information about the app. UAP dispatch over 75,000 cylinders per month up and down the country!

So if a customer with a UAP cylinder snaps their key in their door they’ll be reminded that they can simply go on the app and search for their local locksmith – day or night!

For more information on the ‘Find a Locksmith’ app and advertising campaign head to: www.CarsKeysandLocks.com

To find out what channels and times you can watch the advert on, view our TV schedule at: www.tradelocks.co.uk/Find-a-Locksmith-TV-Advert

Here are some of our top picks to watch the advert this month:

Tues 16th Jan at 11.19: Sky Cinema Disney – Hercules Wed 17th Jan at 18:42: Lifetime – Storage Wars Mon 22nd Jan at 10.39: MTV – Catfish: The TV Show Wed 24th Jan at 17.41: Sky Sports Mix – WWE Main Event 2018 Sun 28th Jan at 20.15: Universal – Major Crimes S6 Tues 30th Jan at 21.01: BT SPORT 1 – Huddersfield Town VS Liverpool Wed 31st Jan at 21.29: Dave – Live at the Apollo

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35 Congratulations to Craig Smith from North Devon Locksmiths in Barnstaple, who is the lucky winner of our wordsearch competition and has bagged himself a £100 voucher to spend at www.Tradelocks.co.uk! Want to be in with the chance of winning your own? Just complete this issues word search and send in your entry!

YOUR WORD SEARCH ENTRY First Name: Last name: Company Name: Full Address: Postcode: Email: Telephone Number: Please fill out and return to: Marketing Dept., UAP LTD , Unit 1 Albert Close Trading Estate, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 8EH, England, UK 36 Or send your details via email to: [email protected]