Need a replacement key fob?
Broken buttons, a fob that went through the wash, or a remote you simply lost. Replacement means new hardware that has to match the car — not only pressing buttons on a used remote from a listing.
Replacement vs programming
Replacement is when you need a fob (or smart key) because the old one is gone or dead as a unit. Programming is when the car must learn a fob — including one you already have. People mix the two. If the plastic is missing, start here. If you bought a fob and the car ignores it, start on key fob programming.
Why a used fob may not work
A used fob can be tied to another vehicle, the wrong FCC ID, or a different board revision that looks identical in a photo. “It fits in my hand like the old one” is not compatibility. We would rather confirm the part against the year, make and model than program something that will never pair.
FCC / part compatibility, simply
Fobs have identifiers so the remote and the car speak the same radio language. The wrong ID can look right and still do nothing. You do not need to memorize the codes. You do need the vehicle details so we are not guessing from a blurry picture of a button layout.
Push-button vs a remote that only unlocks doors
Some remotes only lock and unlock. A smart key / proximity fob also starts a push-button car. Those are not interchangeable. If the car starts with a button on the dash, say that.
Questions people ask before they call
Is key fob replacement the same as programming?
No. Replacement is the hardware. Programming is teaching the car to accept it. Many jobs need both. If you already have a compatible fob, programming may be the missing piece.
Can I buy a cheap fob online and have you set it up?
Only if it is actually compatible. Send the vehicle details. A used or off-brand fob is not automatically programmable just because it has three buttons.
Get a price on a fob
Year, make, model, and whether the car is push-to-start.