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a guideline of what models use what immobiliser or cluster codes etc .
Then it came to practical key coding , real life kit on bench , things can ( and did ) go wrong so you get troubleshooting tips as you go along ; this means you can ‘ mess up ’ in the classroom so if any issues arise in the ‘ real world ’ you already have practice and experience to navigate through them .
As a complete novice , I managed to follow along and now feel I could code the keys if I needed to using the Key tool Plus . Ashley was the trainer ; he was a really sound guy and very knowledgeable and clear . He was
available to discuss other topic points on the tool itself and its functions – even beyond the contents of the course so that trainees could properly understand the kit and its capabilities .
Beyond the course itself , I think it ’ s invaluable for locksmiths to get together with their peers . Here , you ’ re able to discuss industry issues and business matters with peers of varying experience – for instance my ‘ classmates ’ were discussing the pricing of services , business locations and different types of tools and jobs . This is a brilliant ‘ add on ’ to the day that you can ’ t prepare or plan for but really makes a difference .
Thanks to Ashley and all at 3D Group – will you have me back to another course please !?
VAG – UTILISING VVDI2 ( XHH3 ) & KEY TOOL PLUS ( XHH16 )
We are now offering locksmith courses at our new training academy .
» THIS COURSE IS FOR VAG UDS and MQB lost and spare key solutions , utilising Xhorse tooling .
Course features :
• Research and understand the UDS and MQB coverage
• Process UDS system data pull lost keys
• Process UDS data pull to produce a dealer key
• Program key to the vehicle
• Spare key process
• Process MQB system lost keys via adapters
• Processing the data to make a dealer key
• Programming
• Xhorse key set-up
• Share handouts and process notes
• Understanding data pull requirements
Course dates :
• 18 February 2025
• 25 March 2025
Please contact our Customer Service Team to express your interest and find out more … www . 3dgroupuk . com
Do you have a training course you ’ d like Chris to come along to ? Contact him on chris @ cvgroup . co . uk
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