Sprinter Key Without Programming? Broken Key.

I recently broke the key to my 2004 Sprinter and have ordered new keys to be delivered to the dealership. However, it is quite far away and expensive to tow in order to get them programmed. Since I broke the key rather than losing them, does anyone know if it would be possible to just move the metal section of the key from the unprogrammed new keys and put it in the old fob and be able to start the van? I was doing this for a while with the old key since it had broken in that place but just not sure if it would be any different with the new keys.

The metal key is removable from the buttoned fob that hides the key.
I assume you mean can you pick up the keys with another vehicle and start the van to get it to the dealership, yes with the fob next to the ignition ring, or by switching metal pieces

It sounds like you want to copy my Redneck Key idea. A regular door key with a modified handle can definitely be sistered to the OEM plastic handle. I went back to my Redneck Keys after not being happy with some light and flimsy blanks I bought.

Some detail is here.

https://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?p=155692#post155692

vic

You should be able to have a non-fob key cut and cloned locally from the broken key. Fob and non fob keys use the same type of transponder chip to start the engine.

If you want to message me, I can perform this service for $3.99 plus shipping if you provide a cloneable blank but you’d have to ship me the broken key

Take a look at the end messages of this thread: https://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?p=806827#post806827

--dick