When is the best time to replace your car key?
Our professionals are trained to handle nearly all car models, so you can be assured that your vehicle is in excellent hands. Rest assured, your key will be replaced and no damage will be done to your car in the process. There’s never a bad time to contact us; we are open 24 hours a day and seven days a week.
Where can I get a new car key if I lost the original?
You can still acquire a replacement key if you have lost the original. You may have the option of returning to the dealer to obtain a replacement, however, this can be very expensive, especially if you need your vehicle to be towed to your dealership’s location. A more affordable option is to enlist the services of an auto locksmith.
Is it necessary to reprogram a car key fob?
There are some key fobs that have a separate key that starts the car and can also unlock the doors. If this is the case, replacing or reprogramming a key fob would not be vital since you could still use the key to get in and out of the car. There are other key fobs, however, that is part of the key itself.
What should I do Before I go back to the dealer?
Contact the dealer and warranty insurer before you do anything else. Don’t get the car checked by a mechanic or anyone else before you contact the dealer. You could lose your right to a remedy if you do. When you go back the dealer:
Can a car dealership reprogram both car keys?
Yes, they should reprogram both keys if you request it. Having this negligent dealership reprogram both keys would require me to drive the car all the way back to them. That would take me a full day of round-trip travel to get this service done, plus at least a hundred dollars in gas.
What should I do if I lost my car key at a car dealership?
Any dealer could reprogram, not sure if that level of cooperation exists. Sure reprogramming is the safest option, but say someone with criminal intent found the key at the dealership, hmm which car is it, definately would not start at someones car miles away.
Where can I get a new master key for my car?
Creating a new master key may require a code card which can be found in your car’s manual. Car security can be divided into two categories – Car entry and Starting the car. In most modern cars, you do not have to insert keys to open the doors since they have remote locking/unlocking.
Why do they give you only one key when selling a car?
There are many reasons why a car dealer may give a consumer only one key when selling used cars. It might be that a prior owner did not return all of the keys when sellilng or trading-in the car. Or, it might be that the vehicle was repossessed, and the recovery agency purchased only one new key in order to save money.