“All Keys Lost (AKL)” means you have zero working keys. This is not the same as copying a key — it’s a recovery job. In many cases we can come to your vehicle in Manteca, confirm the system, create a new working key, and program it so the car starts. We keep it simple: quote + realistic ETA first, then we do the work.
AKL explained
Every vehicle is different. The first step is confirming what key type and security system you have. That determines what can be done on-site in Manteca and what the timeline looks like.
For many cars we can create the new key and program it so the engine starts. We don’t leave until you test it. The goal is a clean outcome, not a “maybe”.
AKL is the expensive scenario because you’re starting from zero. After recovery, a spare key is the best “insurance” — cheaper than the next emergency.
Process
You send Year/Make/Model + exact location + “0 keys”.
We confirm what’s possible and give a realistic Manteca ETA.
We create/program your key and you verify start/lock/unlock.
FAQ
Text: “Manteca + my location + Year/Make/Model + 0 keys”. That’s enough to start and give a realistic answer.
Sometimes yes. Tell us “battery dead” in the chat and your exact location — we’ll advise the best plan.
We test on-site. You verify it starts and works the way it should before we wrap up the job.
Yes — it’s usually the smartest move. A spare key is cheaper than another “0 keys” emergency later.