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New or replacement remotes and push-to-start fobs paired to your car on site, plus battery and shell repairs for fobs that only need a fix.
- Phones answered 24/7
- All of Orange County
Key Fob Programming, explained
When a fob stops working, the cause is often simple: a dead battery, a cracked case, or worn button contacts. We check that first, so you do not pay for a new fob you did not need.
When you do need a new fob, we supply one that matches your car and program it with diagnostic tools at the vehicle. You do not need to tow the car anywhere.
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What we handle
New key fobs
Remotes and smart keys matched to your car's frequency and part number.
Programming
Pairing the fob's buttons and the immobilizer chip to the car.
Push-to-start fobs
Proximity keys for keyless entry and push-button start.
Fob repair
Battery, case and button repairs when the electronics still work.
Erase lost fobs
Remove a lost fob from the car's memory where the system allows it.
Car keys we cut and program
Basic metal key
No chip. Common on older cars, many trucks from the 1990s and earlier, and as the door key on newer cars.
Transponder chip key
A chip in the head talks to the car's immobilizer. The blade can be cut anywhere, but the car will not start until the chip is programmed.
Remote head key
Key blade and lock/unlock buttons in one piece. Both the chip and the remote have to be programmed.
Flip key
The blade folds into the remote. Popular on Ford, GM and Hyundai/Kia models.
Smart key / proximity fob
Push-button start. The car detects the fob in your pocket. Most have a hidden emergency blade for the door.
Fobik key
The Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram fob that plugs into the dash instead of a keyhole.
Key Fob Programming step by step
Send a photo
A photo of your fob, front and back, plus the year, make and model.
We match the part
Fobs that look alike can use different frequencies. We confirm the right one.
Program at your car
Then we test lock, unlock, trunk and start.
Key Fob Programming questions
My fob works sometimes. Is it broken?
Start with a new battery. If it still cuts out, the button contacts or the case may be worn. We can check it on site.
Can I program a fob myself?
Some older cars allow a do-it-yourself sequence for the remote buttons. The immobilizer chip almost always needs professional tools.
Will a used fob from another car work?
Many fobs lock to the first car they are programmed to. Ask us before you buy a used one.
Key Fob Programming near you
Based in Huntington Beach, we offer key fob programming in every city in Orange County.
West County & the coast
Central Orange County
North Orange County
Not an emergency? Send us the details
Rekeys, new locks, access control, spare car keys. Fill in the form and we will call or text you back with a price. You can also text a photo to (562) 936-9462.
Locked out or need a lock fixed?
Phones answered 24/7. You get a price before we head your way.