Programming keys for post-2018 Land Rover vehicles usually means pulling the RFA/KVM module and soldering microcontrollers. Lonsdor added a direct OBD key copy feature to K518 and K518 PRO series key programmers to solve this.
Why Use This Method?
- Zero Module Removal:You do not need to dismantle the interior or pull the RFA module.
- Safe Operation:No heat or soldering touch the CPU board, preventing accidental ECU destruction.
- Keeps Factory Functions:Ultra-Wideband (UWB) keyless entry and remote sync stay intact.
- Lower Job Cost:Uses the factory RFA module—no expensive aftermarket replacements required.
Tools Requirement
Lonsdor K518 Pro/K518 key programmer
Key Types You Can Use
- Original JLR working keys
- Lonsdor JLR smart keys
- All Lonsdor remotes (Toyota-type remotes are not supported)
Setup Procedure
1.Plug ADP40 Adapter into your updated K518 key programmer.
2.Select menu path: Land Rover -> Select from vehicle -> Land Rover (2018–) -> Key copy (via OBD)
3.Follow the on-screen instructions to copy the key.
