It starts with verification
With 0 keys, the first step is confirming your exact key system. That’s how we avoid “wrong key” problems and wasted time in Tracy.
- Transponder vs. smart key
- Blade style / keyway type
- Compatibility check before dispatch
When you have zero working keys, the car’s security system still expects an authorized key. In Tracy, we handle AKL the right way: we start with a quick compatibility check, then (when supported) we can originate a new key, cut it if needed, and program it so the vehicle recognizes it. The finish line is simple: you test it before we leave.
AKL explained
With 0 keys, the first step is confirming your exact key system. That’s how we avoid “wrong key” problems and wasted time in Tracy.
When supported, we create a new key and program it so the car accepts it. The goal is a working result you can test immediately.
AKL is the “starting from zero” scenario. After we recover your vehicle, making a spare key is usually the smartest move.
Steps
Tracy location + Year/Make/Model + “0 keys”.
We confirm what’s possible and give a realistic ETA and price range.
We program the key, then you verify start and functions before we leave.
FAQ
Text: “Tracy + my location + Year/Make/Model + 0 keys”. If you know push-to-start, include that too.
Sometimes yes. Tell us “battery dead” + your exact Tracy 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.