i just recently bought a 96 a4 with no keyless entry. The guy told me that a vw dealer told him that the cars computer wouldnt allow keyless entry on the car. Is this true?

 

Absolutely not true - the '96 A4 came with a keyless entry fob with only lock/unlock buttons, then in '97 they added the panic button.Go to a dealership yourself; I was quoted $120 for the part plus $50 to program a new fob for my '97. Good luck!

 

how could i make sure i have a reciever? I was hoping that i could get a remote of ebay and program it myself but i wanted to make sure that the car can even use keyless first.

 

The following instructions are to reprogram your switchblade key fob.

1. Take a spare key and insert it into the ignition. Turn it one click forward.

2. Roll down your window just in case. Step outside the car, and lock the car with a second key.

3. With your second key fob press the unlock button. The lights should flash.

4. Now lock the car with the key fob, and then unlock it.

5. Remove the key from the lock and the key from the ignition, and try it's function