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Chip key copy.
Indeed most car keys sold since 2001 now having a computer chip inside leaving hardware stores struggling to make duplicates that work.
So now you have a new key with a chip but that chip doesn t work in your car.
How to copy a key with a chip in it by susanne koenig.
Over the years automakers have tried many different ways to prevent auto theft.
Laser cut or sidewinder keys are harder to copy and are more expensive than a basic key.
In the past hotwiring made keys useless by bypassing the ignition and setting it off manually through the ignition wires in the steering column.
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Solutions to the computer chip problem.
Unless the technology has changed the way my car works is the blank keys have chips in them already.
If you only have 1 key to your car or don t want to invest in a locksmith making valid transponder keys and just want metal keys here s how to do it the fas.
An additional chip key can only be cut if you have one of the original keys.
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The chip emits a.
Price estimates and savings calculated off total cost of key including programming and cutting costs.
For a little piece of metal it s kind of a big deal.
If it can take your chip key to the store and request a duplicate copy.
Your intelligent access ia vehicle key does a lot for you.
If you need to replace a lost chip key you must contact a professional with the appropriate equipment to create a new chip key and program your car to recognize the key.
Keys must be purchased from ace hardware to be cut or programmed.
Manufacturers began placing a transponder chip in the plastic head of the car key.