What To Do When You Lose Your Transponder Key

If you drive a newer model vehicle, you likely have a transponder key. We have become so accustomed to using a transponder key that most of us would admit that it is something that we can’t live without out. This is because of the amount of convenience that a transponder key offers to a motorist. However, if you lose your transponder key, you may begin to panic because you now have nothing to start your car.

There is a chip inside the key that communicates with your cars dashboard. This is why it is difficult for someone to steal your car if you have a transponder key. This is because they have to physically have your key to gain access to your car. The chip has a specific code that can only be identified when your key communicates with the chip in your phone. The fact that having a transponder key also makes it more difficult for someone to steal your vehicle, is appealing to many people who use this type of key.

If you have lost your transponder key, there are other things that you can do that will give you peace-of-mind:

Lost Chip

The chip that is located inside the transponder key is often confused with a key battery. In some cases, the chip may fall and without your even realizing it and perhaps the first thing that you think is that you can simply get another battery. You don’t realize this until after you have gone to purchase a new battery and then you find out that you actually have lost your chip. This means that you’ll need a new key with a new chip. You can still rely on a locksmith to provide this to you rather than turning to an auto dealership to replace your key. A dealership will likely charge you a lot more than we will, as they have overhead expenses that they need to pay for, which their customers usually end up footing the bill for.

Have Back Up

Since you could find yourself without your key at any point, it is good idea to make sure you have a plan in place to replace your key if it is lost or stolen. The best backup plan is to go ahead and purchase another transponder key. While the upfront expense may seem like a lot, it is well worth the expense. Having a transponder key isn’t the same as having a traditional key made. This requires specialized tools to duplicate. Not everyone will be allowed to own these tools and that is why you have to depend on someone who has the necessary tools and equipment to handle the job. If you have a spare key, it will minimize a lot of frustration. You won’t have to wait for anyone to come to your aid because you’ll already have what you need. However, if you don’t have a spare key and you now find yourself in a situation where you need one, just give us a call and we’ll come to where you are to make you a new transponder key on the spot.

How To Purchase Your Transponder Key Online

We understand that this might sound strange to some people but it is possible to buy a new transponder key online. The key is to know where to go to purchase it. We can definitely recommend you purchase a spare transponder key from a reputable eBay seller. All that you’ll have to do is purchase the key and contact us to program it for you.

Reporting a Lost Transponder Key

We recommend that you contact a locksmith when you have lost your transponder key because we know the steps to take to ensure your car is not stolen. A locksmith is typically available any time of the day or night to provide you with the help that you need. You won’t have to wait until the next day to get the help that you need. You won’t have to throw away money on a tow truck because a reputable and reliable locksmith will usually offer 24-hour mobile locksmith services, which means they will come to your location in the city, no matter where you are. It can be more of a pain to try to find someone open after hours and that is why it is a good idea to simply give our locksmiths a call to come to your aid. Once the lost transponder key has been reported, the chip will need to be deactivated so that no one can find out which car the key belongs to and steal your car. Remember, all a car thief needs is the actual key to your vehicle in order to steal it.

Relying on us to replace your transponder key means that you can save a little money. We don’t have the same amount of overhead that most auto mechanics and dealerships have. This means that we don’t have to charge you unrealistic fees for the services that you need. While you may initially feel inclined to contact an auto mechanic, it might be a better idea to call on the services of a locksmith. We hope that the information presented to you will convince you of this. You simply get more bank for the buck when you rely on a locksmith to replace your lost or stolen transponder key. Why pay more than you have to for a new transponder key when you simply do not have to. We’re just a phone call away.