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What You Need to Replace a Car Key

To replace a car key, you need proof that the vehicle belongs to you along with basic information about the car. This protects you from anyone making a key to a vehicle they do not own, and it is standard practice for any licensed locksmith. Have the following ready when the technician arrives.

• Proof of ownership, such as the vehicle title or a current registration in your name.
• A government-issued photo ID that matches the name on the ownership document.
• The vehicle’s year, make, and model, which tells the technician the correct key type and blank.
• The VIN, the 17-character vehicle identification number found on the dashboard or the driver’s door frame, which is used to pull the key code when needed.

If any of these are inside the locked car, let the representative know when you call. Our technicians technician can still help with car lockout services to open the vehicle first so you can reach your documents.

Can a Locksmith Make a Car Key If You Lost All Your Keys?

Yes. A locksmith can make a car key even when you have lost every key and have no original to copy. Instead of copying an existing key, the technician uses your vehicle’s information to create a new key from scratch and program it to the car. Locksmith Savers does this on site across Miami-Dade, so you do not have to tow the car to a dealer.

To make a key with no original, the technician reads the key code tied to your VIN and cuts a fresh key to match your locks. For a chipped key or fob, the new key is then programmed to your car’s immobilizer so the engine will start. This usually takes longer than copying an existing key, but it is handled in the same on-site visit once your proof of ownership is confirmed.