Common questions

How do I get another ignition key for my car?

How do I get another ignition key for my car?

If you lose it: You could call a locksmith, who can come and make you a new key on the spot. In some cases—an unusual or older vehicle—a locksmith may not be able to help. You might need to buy a new ignition lock cylinder and key from the dealer or an independent repair shop.

Is there a way to replace a lost ignition key?

Ordering a replacement set from a car dealership can be difficult and time consuming. The fastest way to replace a lost ignition key is with the help of a locksmith. Determine if your keys are coded or regular ignition keys.

How to make a car key when you lost the original?

Take the VIN to a car dealer and ask the dealer to make a new key. 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. 00:00 00:00 An unknown error has occurred

Why does my car ignition key not work?

A quick guide to problems and solutions to why the ignition key won’t start the car. Possible reasons and solutions. There may be a few reasons why the ignition won’t start the car. Some of them are mechanical (such as a dead battery) and some of them are transponder key-related issues.

How long does it take to get a new ignition key?

It generally takes a few hours for the locksmith to check your ignition against the keys they have in stock and find the right one, as well as cut down and form the right size and shape of key for your car. Check the new key by inserting it into the ignition.

Ordering a replacement set from a car dealership can be difficult and time consuming. The fastest way to replace a lost ignition key is with the help of a locksmith. Determine if your keys are coded or regular ignition keys.

Take the VIN to a car dealer and ask the dealer to make a new key. 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. 00:00 00:00 An unknown error has occurred

A quick guide to problems and solutions to why the ignition key won’t start the car. Possible reasons and solutions. There may be a few reasons why the ignition won’t start the car. Some of them are mechanical (such as a dead battery) and some of them are transponder key-related issues.

It generally takes a few hours for the locksmith to check your ignition against the keys they have in stock and find the right one, as well as cut down and form the right size and shape of key for your car. Check the new key by inserting it into the ignition.

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Ruth Doyle