What “all keys lost” actually means on the job
It means there is no remaining programmed key. A hidden spare in a drawer still counts as a key. If that spare exists, say so — the job gets simpler and usually cheaper.
It also means we may need to open the vehicle first if it is locked, then deal with the ignition or fob system second. Those are two steps, not one.
How origination usually goes
Confirm year, make, model, and that you have the right to the vehicle.
Determine whether the key is a metal key, transponder, laser-cut, or a proximity fob.
Look up the keyway and, when needed, the code.
Cut the blade. Program the chip or fob. Test start, lock, and unlock before leaving.
When all-keys-lost is not a mobile job
Some vehicles still require dealer programming, online module access, or parts we do not stock. Some need the vehicle towed. We will not invent a workaround that bricks an immobilizer or leaves you with a key that only works twice.
If you call with the vehicle details first, you will know whether to wait at the car or make a different plan.
Questions people actually ask
Do I need the title in hand?
We need a reasonable way to confirm the vehicle is yours — registration, title, matching ID, or the same documents you would show a dealer. We will not originate keys on a “my cousin said I could take it” story.
Can you do all keys lost at night?
Hours are 24/7. Night work is common for this job. Lighting, location, and the vehicle still have to allow the work to be done correctly.
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