A New Key For My Car

Have your driver s license handy as well.

A new key for my car.

Most general motors and hyundai keys are self programmable and do not require a locksmith. It locks and unlocks your doors starts the engine itself or through the available push button start and ensures that only it can start the engine. Step 2 go to the parts or service department of a car dealership that makes your model car. Depending on the sophistication of your car key you may be able to have a new electronic key programmed by a locksmith.

Remove the door lock and bring it to a locksmith who will make a key to open the door lock which will also work in the ignition. Gather your vehicle title or registration that shows you are the owner of the car for which you want a key code. However if the key is from a more modern car the shape may be too complex for a local locksmith or it may need to be programmed to work with a certain vehicle. Cut transponder car key by vin number must provide proof of ownership from 65 00 if your key has a chip in it then it will need to be programmed to the vehicle.

For a little piece of metal it s kind of a big deal. Keys must be purchased from ace hardware to be cut or programmed. Step 5 take the vin to a car dealer and ask the dealer to make a new key. Have a locksmith make the key and a dealer program it.

If you ever lose a key your authorized ford dealership has the correct intelligent access keys and integrated keyhead transmitters you need. Many new car keys have a microchip in them to prevent duplication. However if you have a key with a transponder in it you can probably get a new one at a locksmith for 50 00 120 00 depending on your car and your area. Some locksmiths are capable of digital programming replacement keys but many cannot imitate a code laser etched onto the key.

Find the vehicle identification number vin which usually is stamped on a metal plate on the driver s side of the dashboard.