1994 Volkswagen Jetta key chip or computer issue?

Tiny
RICG94
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  • 1994 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 88,000 MILES
I bought my son a '94 Jetta. It began starting hard - turning over, but requiring a lot of cranking before catching. He then lost the ignition key.
I had a new key cut by the dealer; however the car will now not even turn over. Lights work, all electrical works, security system works - doors lock / unlock.
Car will just not crank.
I've been told different stories - the dealer says that there is no chip in the ignition switch / key - and its probably that the computer needs replaced. My mechanic says that he 'thinks' there is supposed to be a chip in the key and the dealer is incorrect.
Could you confirm, one way or another whether this VW has a chip in the ignition key or if it's most likely a computer failure?

Thanks.
Friday, January 25th, 2008 AT 6:36 AM

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Tiny
MERLIN2021
  • MECHANIC
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Lets start with this question? Does the dashboard have a blinking red or blue light on the top surface? If yes the key is chipped. If not, it probably isnt.
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Friday, January 25th, 2008 AT 6:57 AM

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