Match the correct remote
Button layout, frequency, part family and vehicle specifications can all affect compatibility.
Push-start and proximity keys
Smart key help starts with the exact vehicle.
Push-button-start and keyless-entry vehicles can use model-specific proximity keys, emergency blades and programming procedures. Photos of the current key, the vehicle details and a description of what still works help the locksmith check compatibility before parts are ordered or work begins.
Check every function
Unlocking, push-start detection, emergency blade access and remote buttons may need separate testing.
Confirm before ordering
A vehicle-specific quote reduces the risk of ordering an unsuitable smart or proximity key.
A useful request
Give the locksmith enough information to quote properly.
The exact solution changes between vehicles. Supplying clear details early reduces follow-up questions and helps the locksmith identify the required key, remote, programming or access work.
Information checklist
✓Vehicle year, make and model
✓VIN and registration
✓Photos of both sides of the current key
✓Whether push-start or keyless entry still responds
✓Any dashboard warning shown
✓Vehicle suburb or postcode
Common questions
Smart and Proximity Car Keys: what customers ask.
What is a proximity car key?+
A proximity or smart key can allow the vehicle to detect the key nearby for keyless entry or push-button starting, depending on the vehicle.
Can a smart key be replaced without the original?+
It is possible for many vehicles, but the process and available parts vary. The locksmith needs the exact vehicle and ownership details to assess it.
Could the problem only be the battery?+
A flat battery can cause some remote symptoms, but it is not the only possible cause. Share what still works and any warning displayed for a proper assessment.
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Add the vehicle, location and any useful photos. You review the quote and approximate timing before approving the work.
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