Three-button flip key shell for Holden Barina, Cruze and Trax
Covered models: Barina TM, Cruze JG and JH, Trax
This three-button flip shell is matched to a tight group of small Holdens: the Barina TM from November 2011 to 2014, the Cruze JG from June 2009 to February 2010, the Cruze JH from March 2010 to 2014, and the Trax from September 2013 to 2014. Fitment is confirmed the same way as with any shell, by checking that your current remote looks identical to the product in the main image. The package gives you a set of buttons plus the case with a blank key, so the worn press-pads that plague these flip keys get replaced along with the housing. The flip mechanism is usually the first part to give out on these keys, so a new case restores the satisfying snap of the blade as well as the looks. Note that aftermarket shells are supplied without logos.
Shell and blade only, with your chip doing the work
There are no electronic internals in this product; it is the key shell and uncut blade. Your original circuit board and transponder move across into the new flip body, and both must make the trip, because the transponder is what lets the engine start. The included instructions run through it: open the old key, transfer the module, chip and transponder, click or screw the key back together, then have a locksmith cut the blank blade. A final test of the buttons and ignition confirms the transplant before the old shell goes in the bin. Set aside a clear workspace and keep the small screws in a dish while you work, since they are easy to lose.
Other Holden keys we can fix at the same time
Because the Cruze platform shares showroom space with the Commodore in many driveways, buyers of this shell often need a second fix in the same order. The Holden Commodore VF remote flip key shell covers the five-button VF-era key, while the Holden Commodore remote key shell 2 button looks after the older VS to WH generation. For the family Mazda, there is also the Mazda remote flip key shell 2 button.
Buying from The Remote Factory
The Remote Factory specialises in replacement remotes and key fobs from its Australian base, and flip shells for popular Holdens are among the items we ship most. Expect dispatch within 24 hours, then one to five working days for standard delivery anywhere in Australia, or two to eight working days to New Zealand. Payments go through Visa, Mastercard and American Express, plus PayPal, Shop Pay and Apple Pay. A 30-day return policy backs the purchase, and photos of your existing key sent to contact@theremotefactory.com.au before ordering will get you a quick compatibility opinion from the team.
Frequently asked questions
Which Holden models does this 3-button flip shell suit?
It fits the Barina TM built from November 2011 to 2014, the Cruze JG from June 2009 to February 2010, the Cruze JH from March 2010 to 2014, and the Trax from September 2013 to 2014. Alongside the year check, your current flip key must look identical to the one pictured in the listing's main image, since key designs changed between generations.
What comes in the box with this shell?
You receive one set of buttons and one remote case with a blank, uncut key blade. No electronic internals are included, so your existing circuit board and transponder chip are reused. The shell also ships without Holden logos, which is standard for aftermarket replacement cases. Everything else, the flip mechanism, button pad and blade blank, is new, replacing the worn parts of your original key.
Is transferring the transponder chip really necessary?
Yes, absolutely. The transponder is the small chip your car's immobiliser looks for when you turn the ignition, and without it the engine will not start even though the blade turns. When you move the internals from your old flip key, make sure the transponder comes across along with the circuit board. Only discard the original shell once buttons and starting have both been tested successfully.
Can you deliver this shell to New Zealand?
Yes. Standard delivery to New Zealand takes two to eight working days, while Australian orders typically arrive within one to five working days. Everything is dispatched within 24 hours of purchase. Whether you are in Auckland or Adelaide, the same 30-day return policy applies if the shell does not match your key, and contact@theremotefactory.com.au handles any questions about fitment or your order.
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