Key dropped, put it back together, but do not know where the immobilizer gadget goes

2009 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
200 MILES • 1.4L • 2WD • MANUAL
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LITTLELITA
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The key works and the car starts, but only when I hold that little tube close to the immobilizer censor by the ignition. When I open up the key, I do not see any obvious place where that must fit.
Is there maybe like a diagram somewhere to be downloaded, please? I cannot afford getting it replaced of fixed by a professional, they are way too expensive!
Will really appreciate some practical but simple advise. Please!
May 29, 2018 at 6:26 AM
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STEVE W.
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Does it look like either of these?
If it does, in the first one the tube clips into the "top" of the remote. In the second one it goes into a slot inside the section that the flipper key attaches. You need to remove the logo to get to a small screw that holds that piece together.

If not could you take a picture of it apart and post it on here? That would give a better idea of the interior.
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May 29, 2018 at 9:29 AM
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