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Car Key Replacement
Information Needed for Replacement Keys
Car Key and Fob Replacement Options
Questions before you book

Car Key Replacement

South Shore Locksmiths provides mobile car key replacement in South Florida. Call for a missing key, a damaged key, a spare, or a key-fob problem. Give your vehicle year, make, model, location, and whether any working key remains. We will discuss compatibility and available options before arranging service.

Mobile cutting and programming for compatible vehicle keys and fobs. Office hours are Monday–Friday, 10am–9pm. Emergency locksmith service is available 24/7. Call (561) 531-2619 for current availability and an arrival estimate.

Key being used in a residential door lock

Cutting a key and programming a fob

A mechanical key needs a blade cut for the matching lock. Many transponder keys and proximity fobs also need programming to communicate with the vehicle. The correct part and programming method depend on the model and security system. A worn blade or depleted fob battery may need a different solution from a completely lost key, so describe the symptoms when calling.

Information Needed for Replacement Keys

Keys held beside a door handle Technician working on a door lock

What affects the replacement cost?

Key type, vehicle compatibility, parts availability, required programming, and whether all keys are lost affect the estimate. A spare made while a working key is available can involve different work from an all-keys-lost job. Review our published pricing information and request a quote for your exact vehicle before approving the work.

What should I have ready?

Have proof of ownership or authorization available, along with identification and the vehicle details. Tell us if the vehicle has a push-button start and whether the doors can be opened. Call (561) 531-2619 to confirm supported service, current availability, and the estimated arrival time. For related lockouts or ignition concerns, see our automotive locksmith services.

Car Key and Fob Replacement Options

Transponder Key Programming

We cut and program microchip-enabled keys to perfectly sync with your vehicle’s anti-theft immobilizer system so your car starts seamlessly.

Smart Fob Replacement

Lost your push-to-start proximity fob? We supply, cut the emergency insert blade, and program brand-new smart keys for modern vehicles.

Laser-Cut High-Security Keys

We have specialized milling machines to accurately originate and duplicate high-security “sidewinder” keys used by many luxury and modern brands.

Standard Metal Car Keys

If you drive an older model vehicle without a computer chip, we can quickly cut a traditional car key replacement right on the spot.

Broken Key Extraction

Avoid forcing a broken key. Extraction and any further repair depend on the cylinder, fragment and condition of the hardware.

Spare Key Duplication

Do not wait until you lose your only key! We provide fast car key replacement and affordable key duplication services so you always have a backup plan.

Questions before you book

Do I need to have the original key for you to make a copy?

An all-keys-lost replacement may be possible for a supported vehicle, but it is different from duplicating an existing blade. Provide the year, make and model and have proof of ownership or authorization available. Confirm supported cutting and programming before arranging the visit.

Can you program a key fob I bought online?

In many cases, yes. If you purchased an aftermarket fob, we can attempt to program it for you, provided it is the correct frequency and compatible with your specific make and model.

How long does it take to make a new car key?

The time depends on the vehicle, the type of key, whether a working key is available, and any cutting or programming required. Provide the year, make and model when you call. Ask for both an arrival estimate and a separate estimate of the work time for your vehicle.

Car key replacement and spare keys