Welcome Edward. I have seen your other post: The good news is you can unplug the alarm sounder and also there is a Haynes manual which covers your car. The sounder is located in the front bumper close to the windscreen reservoir. Also £170 is cheap in the scheme of things, I have been quoted £1000 when i lost my keys, but luckily got them back! Yes not everyone has £170 which can be a lot at this time of year and to the cars worth, but at least you have a working key. On the