What to know
When a mobile car locksmith can help
Automotive locksmith service can include vehicle lockouts, lost-key replacement, duplicate keys, transponder keys, smart keys, proximity fobs, and key fob programming for supported vehicles.
Vehicle lockouts
A mobile locksmith may be able to provide entry assistance when keys are locked inside the vehicle. Registration, identification, or other proof of authorization may be required before access is provided.
Lost car-key replacement
When every working key is lost, replacement options depend on the vehicle year, make, model, key system, and available programming equipment.
Duplicate and spare keys
Creating a spare while one working key remains is often simpler than waiting until every key is lost. Some vehicles require cutting only, while others also require electronic programming.
Smart keys and key fobs
Push-to-start vehicles may use proximity keys or remote fobs. Compatibility and programming requirements vary by vehicle.
Information to provide before dispatch
- Exact Philadelphia location
- Vehicle year, make, and model
- Whether any working key remains
- The type of key or remote
- A description of what happened
- Registration and photo identification
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When to call a locksmith
Call when the situation requires specialized tools, key generation, rekeying, lock replacement, or verified access to a property or vehicle. For Philadelphia service, contact Tim The Key Guy at (267) 774-4469.