My original slider door handle broke years ago. I drove my Vanagon
to a dealer and asked if they have a replacement with a lock that
I could use the same key (the original key). The answer I got was no.
I ended up buying a new handle with a new lock and a new key for the
new handle. I had my Vanagon at the dealership and they would not
do anything so that I do not have to use a different key for the new
door handle.

I still believe they can oder a new key identical to yours. But it
may be a bit of hassle, takes time and will be expensive.

David

--- On Sun, 11/23/08, Allan Streib <streib@CS.INDIANA.EDU> wrote:

> From: Allan Streib <streib@CS.INDIANA.EDU>
> Subject: Re: Beside myself!
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Date: Sunday, November 23, 2008, 8:55 AM
> I'd try calling the local VW dealer on Monday -- with
> your VIN, they can
> probably cut you a new key, assuming that somebody
> hasn't fitted new
> locks since the van was manufactured.
>
> Also I think there are code numbers on the lock cylinders
> that will
> identify the key pattern needed, I believe any legitmate
> locksmith could
> then make you a key.
>
> I'd try the dealer first, personally, to avoid the need
> to take anything
> apart.
>
> Allan
>
> --
> 1991 Vanagon GL
>
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