What is a Volvo Truck Key?
Keep this key out of reach of children. If it is swallowed, it could cause serious injuries.
Volvo Trucks is a leader in the industry of freight transportation. It is focused on five key areas that include: Efficiency of the fuel supply, Driver Productivity, and Connected Services.
Volvo's Car Key allows drivers to limit their top speed prior to lending their cars to family or friends.
Ignition key
The ignition key is the mechanical element that turns on the vehicle. It also opens the trunk and doors. Certain keys come with additional functions like a panic button, trunk release, liftgate release, or tailgate release.
The key blade could cause problems. A Volvo-registered locksmith can make you a new key. They are usually able to cut keys without the use of a car.
Some Volvo keys have special features, like red or restricted keys. They are controlled by the way the car was shipped from the factory. A dealer can order an option to disable the key function that is restricted. The dealer can accomplish this for you by using VIDA. You can also do it yourself, provided you have all the required software and tools.
These keys have an orange or red shell. They can be interchangable between vehicles, but the keys that are special will require their shells to be released before they can be used in a different car. Keys can be reprogrammed by the dealer or yourself. There is no "virginizing" required for Volvo key fobs.
Remote Key
The remote key lets you open the doors and begin your vehicle. It also controls the locks and can activate or disable certain functions, such as power windows or panorama roof. The key has a restricted function that disables the motion sensing*. You can order the key with this feature from a dealer (you need proof of ownership) or a Volvo-certified locksmith. This key is branded in orange or red. The key shell release slider is the same as the color, so swapping a new key blade with an existing one won't affect the functionality.
Programming (adding) the new remote is easy, just follow VIDA's instructions. It doesn't require an "virgin" key either. Sit in the driver's seat with the door shut. Press the lock button on the new remote. The side marker light will blink, indicating that the key can be programmed.
Keyless Entry Key
A single press of the keyless entry button locks the car and arms the alarm, a long press closes all windows and panoramic roof*. The key is equipped with the button cell battery (warning that button cells are small and may cause injuries if swallowed). A Volvo-registered locksmith, or the dealer can provide you with an entry key that is keyless. They can also program your Volvo keys. You can also swap the shells of the key fob and it will function in a way that is interchangeable.
Key Fob
A key fob is a component of the VOLVO key that has keyless entry and lock functions. It also has a panic button that will activate the alarm in the vehicle. The key fob comes with a button to close your windows or the panoramic roof*. keys truck is plastic with silver buttons that match the color of your car. It is possible to swap the shell between keys, but the function will remain the same.
A dealer can create a new blade for your key fob. A locksmith who is registered with Volvo can as well, but they may need to see proof of ownership in order to complete the process. You can also use blank keys to copy the emergency blade. However, you'll need to program the key through VIDA to allow it to function inside your vehicle.