Need a New Car Key? Save Big by Following This Tip

[@scottykilmer]

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[@andrewoconnor4761]

Scotty. Well done sir. Your hardworking smarts and quick whits remind me of my grandfather. Keep up the great work and never change who you are my friend. I look forward to your videos I have watched them all.

[@scottykilmer]

thanks for the support!

[@franklinvenneers51]

thanks scotty taught me alot from your videos and save me alot of money again thank you keep up the great work

[@SidePocket008]

Scotty can you do a video on clad wheels? I have a 2013 ford edge and I have a wheel hoop, I thought I had a bad shock, Turned out to be dirt build up behind the cladding that through the wheel out of balance. What are your thoughts on clad wheels?

[@LIVEINPEACE2023]

Thanks, I was actually going to go to the dealer. I didn’t know this was an alternative. 😲

[@bernardinoarellano4509]

I am at Toyota right now getting my oil change and I can hear the sales person telling a customer that it will cost 589 bucks to replace a key fob. I decided to look it up on KZbin and came across this video! I told the customer about the locksmith while we were outside. He thanked me and walked away. Thank you Scotty!

[@republica13]

Did he buy you a coffee at least.

[@shadf7902]

​@@republica13 he sucked em off lol!

[@TheZaxx]

Good on you for helping a guy out.

[@speakingthetruthinlove9895]

Locksmiths tried with my Camry but couldn't. I had to go to a dealer.

[@greighooper5295]

Your at a main dealer getting an oil change???????? Really!!!!

[@zrrifle.]

Another option to check first is Lowe's or Home Depot. I was going to pay a couple hundred bucks for an additional transponder key cut and programmed at a locksmith, but recently I was at Lowe's shopping around and asked them at the key center if they duped these type keys and sure enough they did. They had this huge computerized key machine and did it in a couple of minutes. Cost me $75 and works like a charm.

[@Steven-uv8lc]

so it didn't need to be programmed to the car?

[@chrisgraham2904]

@@Steven-uv8lc As long as you still have the original key/fob in good working condition, they can program the new key from your existing key. If the first key is lost or damaged, then your stuck with a bonded locksmith or the dealer.

[@MyLifeThai371]

What car was that for?

[@michaelmueller8976]

I have been a locksmith since 1981. Thanks for giving us a decent referral!

[@screamtherapy101]

I have a 2003 Honda oddysse and they wanna charge me $170 and have me tow my car there

[@michaelmueller8976]

Mikey Selenis check around for a more reasonable price.

[@joxy4keeps963]

Is it hard to program for keyless Cadillac SRX??? I was only given one key at dealership.

[@donniev8181]

Ace Hardware does it for $20

[@EF5Cyniclone]

This is absolutely the best way to do it. I have a 2009 Corolla, and I decided I wanted to make some spares since I only have one key for it. I got two spares from Amazon for $30, and I found a traveling locksmith who was able to cut and program them for $100 total, so now I have three keys total.

[@hhjhj393]

My old hyundai cost like $10 a key... Had like 10 of them hidden all over the place. Never had problems with that car, too bad I sold it...

[@jasonsuthern6326]

Thank you for supporting mom and pop locksmith shops. Support small Business.

[@Nehmo]

You would pay more to use a "mom & pop"? Why? At a big box, the money still goes to people, but less of it comes out of your pocket.

[@clinicallydeadinside7109]

@@Nehmo probably because mom & pop shops can specialize way deeper into subsets of keys

[@ekp-g205]

YEP Pretty nice that he tells people this, because people like me who did not know this, just go to Dealership and they sure don't tell you that they are charging you way over what you can get one made for by a local bonded locksmith who has the codes and equipment to make one. Gosh...and the dealers will also scare you and say that you will be sorry if you don't get OEM keyfobs.

[@jasonsuthern6326]

@@Nehmo those big box stores cannot always cover the new modern prox keys or bladed keys. License locksmiths like in Texas and other states have to have continued education to maintain their License. Small mom and pop shops supply keys that are better quality with a guarantee.

[@StanleyKomarniski]

Scotty, as usual you saved me money with this one...! I bought a 2002 Sebring used car and wanted a second key for my wife. Dealer quoted me $267 to make a new key. I found one on amazon for $8, cost me $4 to get the key cut, and $67 for the dealer to program the key. Total cost was $79 for the new key. Now since I have 2 keys for the ignition, I can easily add more by myself by only paying for the key and to get it cut. I saved almost $200! thanks big time!

[@radrekusglenn2059]

There is a video on how to program it yourself...easy

[@KenRus]

I bet my bottom dollar the keys outlasted the car.😅

[@tracyp1922]

Scotty is the MAN!! I bought two OEM 2013 Chrysler 300 keyless fobs on Ebay and got them BOTH programmed for $40 at my locksmith. Thank you!!!

[@1776.We.the.people.]

How did you get them programmed? Where do you go to do that?

[@baileylynnfitness398]

Was overwhelmed and stressed by my current key situation and scammy dealership. Scotty's informational shouting made me feel better haha and was quite educational thank you

[@ekp-g205]

...🤣🤗 I hear you. Just wondering...Did you finally get things resolved with sleezy dealership

[@scooterpower59]

Going to a locksmith sometimes has its issues as well, usually only one guy knows how, and they don’t do them often so, they may forget and things may take more time. Prices tend to be higher than other places as well. The best place perhaps to go is to find tow services that has locksmith services “Lock and tow.” Some will charge a flat price for as many keys made. So check around and then buy more than one set on eBay. My place charged $64 to cut two keys, program two keys and two remotes to open and close the door locks. All four were bought online for $15. I was quoted $200 at one locksmith. The place I went to also said that in her experience over the years, greater than 95% of the eBay keys worked if you buy from a reputable seller. Thanks Scotty for putting this video up. Saved me a ton.

[@homersimpson3299]

This video is over 2 years old and saved me about $400 from going to the stealership. Thanks Scotty!

[@mpoohda9474]

lol "stealership"

[@angiewise]

@@mpoohda9474 I Uesd 911Fix KeyASAP

[@jessicaquinna]

@@angiewise Yes , I use them too everything is cheaper with them

[@romerogarcia9628]

What is your profile pic supposed to be?

[@makaveli087]

This video is *5 Years Old* & Scotty is still a savage. Buffoon Locksmiths *hate him!* Watch this video to *find out why!*

[@mack3310]

As an automotive locksmith I approve!!!! Your so correct we charge way less than the dealers!!!

[@joejoemartinez6059]

Why is that? Is thr quality if work not as good? Warranty?

[@mack3310]

@@joejoemartinez6059 depends on the locksmith I warranty my work. Quality is exactly the same were just not trying to rip people off like service departments. My recommendation is use a licensed locksmith, with positive online reviews

[@Live-Life-Freely]

Do you happen to be in Texas?

[@3nertia]

Yet still charge too much!

[@mack3310]

@3nertia that's your opinion, but we're in business to make a good living, so if I'm saving my customers hundreds of dollars, don't worry about my profit margins

[@boydmerriman]

Just got a Hyundai 2014, and they had one key fob. I had them get me another before we finalized the deal. Glad we did!

[@alwaysopen7970]

You can get them cheap on eBay; I've gotten a few for far less than a dealership wants.

[@johnmehaffey9953]

When I bought my daughter her car it only had 1 key but since I had to travel by ferry to take the car to her I decided to buy one when I arrived big mistake, the key fob was damaged and the car wouldn't read the immobiliser and it cut out at the traffic lights pouring down with rain and we had to push it to the roadside,luckily I'd spotted a garage not far from where my daughter lived they diagnosed the problem and told me that the mobile locksmith was coming to the garage a couple of days later and he would cut and program the key for me and it would be quicker than going to the dealership,well he did it for a fraction of the dealership price I got an honest mechanic like Scotty to work on my daughters car 🚗 and it took a lot of worry off me so win win all round, so guys shop around there are honest mechanics out there

[@gjacobson76]

I was a locksmith for 11 years. Scotty is 100 percent right!

[@baronvg]

I lost my key at a Six Flags and called a locksmith (who’s business card was right there in the Lost & Found) and drove out to the parking lot and in his van, not only made a new key but also programmed the chip so that I could start my key. Amazing stuff.

[@sbrinkerhoff8069]

Today I called my local locksmith he made two chip keys $50 each and two keys just to unlock the car for $2 each

[@ekp-g205]

Holy molly. Wish I had a locksmith like this in our town. Cheapest transponder key that has laser cut switchblade type one (for my 20015 Ford Fusion) was $170

[@doraspence4108]

AWESOME!!! YES!!!$$$

[@yolandasanders4865]

The locksmith here said he can't make a key for me. Nobody understands why he won't.

[@balamdavinci]

Where? Ill go.

[@AnthonyWilliams-vx8ul]

$175

[@tchrisou812]

Scotty, you have saved me thousands of dollars over the years, I honestly appreciate the time and effort you put into your work and videos.

[@Au60schild]

Dealers absolutely love smart fob owners who break the fobs. It's only about 80% pure profit for them (my ex-father-in-law managed a Toyota dealership,).

[@justinhirmiz2754]

Don’t listen to Scotty, he’s only been a mechanic for 50 years... get someone with experience!

[@ibo1137]

Justin Hirmiz Yeah don't go to Scotty. Go to someone with atleast 100 years of experience.

[@ozkrhills9624]

Justin Hirmiz i am agree !!!!...

[@transformer889]

His comment was a jest

[@alimalex5956]

Yeeee, find someone in graveyards with 150 years experience ☠

[@peppazfletcher]

That's right, 50 years of experience is just not enough.

[@benja4411]

Just had a dealership tell me it would be be 800 dollars to replace and reprogram a key for my rav 4. (Thanks, Mulle Toyota in KC, MO.) What a ridiculous scam. This video is awesome.

[@keyskwik]

As a former bonded locksmith & current independent tech, I totally agree with Scotty. Save your money & support you local locksmiths. Most will advertise their capibilities but only support licensed/certified (by the state in which you live) I will be certified/licensed in NC in 2018.

[@preferredlocksmith3843]

Most local locksmiths that work on automotive DO have a the capability to make chipped or proximity keys. They can save you a lot of money and a lot of hassle if you go to a good locksmith.

[@preferredlocksmith3843]

You'd be surprised, most locksmiths usually always beat the dealer or local hardware store prices, and it never hurts to shop around and find out if they're cheaper or not. If you ever need it theres no obligation to just call and ask a price.

[@skarshad]

Mel's Mobile Mechanic what does "bonded" locksmith means. Not American so don't get the reference

[@kramnull8962]

What City are you in? I am in NC. I have two keys I need made. I have the blanks but very few lock smiths in the Hickory, NC area...

[@eristic1281]

I need a new key made as well (Greensboro, NC).

[@dobygear]

Scotty you are great. Totally truthful and knowledgeable. Was am a senior who was a mechanic when I was young. Became a successful contractor and was stupid enough to buy a 2007 Mercedes S600 for $153K. Sold after 6 years at a 73% loss not including repairs. Buy used. Did you say Toyota, yes a 1998 Camry. My neighbors thought I lost my money. I told them, I just listen to Scotty

[@alex72886]

that's why "old school" key is still the best

[@corvettefunstudios]

except when a crook jams a skrew-driver into the ignition

[@tenhundredkills]

Sometimes, leaving your car outside is your only option.

[@johne3999]

yea, except for the fact that you will need to take some anti theft measures because a simple key has zero theft protection. A kill switch, alarm and steering wheel club.

[@jimfinigan1681]

Kurk You are so right! Thanks to these new-fangled keys and keyless systems, car theft is now a thing of the past. NOT!! Do you honestly think that crooks can't defeat these new systems? I notice that cars are still being stolen. In fact, my neighbor's brand new car ( with keyless ignition) was stolen just last week! I don't care what they come up with, thieves will always be able to defeat them.

[@corvettefunstudios]

Of course professional thieves will still get what they want. The chips at least stop joy-riders and amateurs from getting in, which make up the majority of crooks.

[@Sandy-oy2lr]

Some good advice. I had one of my keys stolen for a 2011 Mazda. The dealer wanted $270 for it. I just got a chipped key that did everything except remote unlocking and it was $167. So I used my 2nd FOB and used this key as a emergency spare. Also, RockAuto sells OEM key fobs for about 40-50% less than the dealer. Then just pay for the programming at a modern lock smith.

[@raven2114]

So true, had to go to Lowes department store with a coding key making machine. And the stealer ship wanted $390. I paid $45 at Lowes. Only in America 😉

[@torynnlancelotte3144]

America Sucks!

[@cesarbagel3803]

Which country in America was that?

[@patcassidy2019]

Raven 21 your saying that Lowe’s can do this ? A keyless entry key ?

[@Nehmo]

Yeah, Scotty gave totally wrong advice. If the key (including chip) can be duplicated at Walmart of Lowe's, that's where to go, NOT a locksmith. And his system of evaluating locksmiths is a cop-out too. Video get a thumb down.

[@brianna094]

@@torynnlancelotte3144 America doesn't suck. Your avatar does

[@murphy13295]

The algorithm at work . Just yesterday I was talking with my neighbor about key s, fobs , chips and the nightmare that can ensue if lost . Good info Scotty .

[@satochinakamoto5207]

Hey Scotty love your videos. This is exactly what I told someone who bought a used car with only one key. My advice was ignored. Scotty you just validated everything I said to this person who brought a used car. Down the road if they lose the key then they will understand, better make an extra one now. Scotty do you read your comments.?

[@vulpixgrant]

Bought my 14 Altima from the local Mitsubishi Dealership a little over a year ago, only had one fob. My guy who has sold me several vehicles handed me a card hush hush and said give them a call. The Dealership wanted I think over $300 just for a new key despite having one on hand, and this locksmith did it for under $200. They even put a new battery in the original fob at no extra cost very nice. Got to say these new systems really spoiling me, I grew up with regular cab work trucks or base model suv's. This is my first 'nicer' car and I love it. I must be getting lazy in my 34 years ;-) So nice walking up to the car and the cabin's cooling down in Florida's heat!

[@Blusmoke392]

Great video im an automotive locksmith myself and i work with dealership daily 75% of dealerships will end up getting their locksmith to cut your key anyways

[@doraspence4108]

SCOTTY HAS SO MUCH KNOWLEDGE AND IS SO HUMBLE GIVING IT TO ALL OF US....GENUINE GOOD PERSON.

[@BimbusBucklenuts]

Locksmith here. VERY IMPORTANT! Make sure you get a final price over the phone. However if your key isn't turning in a lock or ignition, we may need to come out to assess whether it's the key being worn out or mis-cut or the lock failing, yet we can still give you estimates based on what we think the issues may range from and confirm them again in person before we put any tools to your vehicle. If you feel like you're being pressured, you're talking to someone at a call center, or they say they have to send the locksmith out and they only give you the trip cost, that's likely a scammer. They are all over the states and they get leads from call centers who get commission for referring these alleged locksmiths. The supposed locksmiths they send out charge whatever they want when they get there. It's best to familiarize yourself with a local locksmith before you need them in an emergency and get pressured into letting them send a guy out. If you have any questions, I can try to answer them as best as possible or point you in the right direction.

[@berniemac8413]

antac55 how do you find a good locksmith?

[@MeRiaNevaMynd]

@@berniemac8413 check around your local area. There is probably a place that's been in the area for years that you see in passing but never utilized. If they're still open for business it's a good sign. Then look up reviews on line and such.

[@MeRiaNevaMynd]

Antac55 Thank you for this, very much appreciated!!

[@chacikslamboy1179]

Thank you ,you suport pirst locksmiths lokal

[@jlbrown2622]

2002 Toyota avalon 3.0l v6 xls with TOY43AT4 (C4) chip. When I bought the car it only came with the valet key and the dealership says the only solution is a new ECM, immobilizer, ignition switch and matching keys, but Toyota has discontinued them. Any suggestions? I'm located about 2 hours from Houston, TX, but willing to travel.

[@Gazamullo954]

Scotty is the truth anyone who disagrees works at the dealership

[@moog38yearsagoupdated1mont9]

I bought a car used, had only one key. Insurance had a "lose your key and we make a new one free" service added to an extra, which was like 1$ extra per month. I got a new key done at the dealership on day 1, insurance paid fully for it. xD

[@UNoBugMe1]

My ignition on my 99 Ranger wore out, so I bought a new one and installed it myself, but it wouldn’t start because it wasn’t programmed. So I cut open the old key and took out the RFID chip, cut into the new one and took that chip out and put the old chip into the new key with a little bit of Gorilla Glue and it starts right up. I use the old key for the door locks. Yes, I’m a cheap bastard.

[@ancientdiscoverys]

I did the exact same thing to my old Honda lol

[@kennethcolon9754]

I actually bought a mini vci cable that hooks my laptop up to the OBD port for my 2010 corolla off amazon for 20 bucks came with the software and i was able to program my own key and delete the old one, I was also able to change various settings like how long my internal light stays on after opening the door, if i want the doors to unlock when i put the car in park and run diagnostics read data from all sensors, codes etc.

[@lisag18]

Kenneth Colon that's genius

[@TerryGascay]

Hey, smart man, Kenneth. Gawd I'm even leary of opening the hood on 2000+ vehicles. And I, woman, have done tune-ups, master brake cyls and rebuilt carbs on older Dodges & Chevys. (some things were just too dirty or heavy to do, ie oil changes, switch engines/trannies)

[@jamescc2010]

Do have the link for that product on amazon? What cars can it program?

[@kevinc7632]

Simple Living search mini vci cable techstream. All toyota and lexus from 1996 on

[@rotcataergeht]

Buy from ebay 19 bucks

[@gregm.6945]

Over 5 years ago I needed another key for my 2005 Golf. The dealer wanted around $250 foe an OEM, plus $80 for programming it. I did my research (thoroughly), found relevant part numbers etc all on the web, and found one that I thought would suit on eBay for a lot cheaper than $250 ( can't remember how much now, less than $50 though). I say research "thoroughly" above, as the VW dealer service guy who programmed it for me told me they were suprised this elcheapo eBay key worked, as most knock offs won't work with their programmer, or will be wrong for the car. So remember, thorough research, checking and triple checking _will_ save you money if you go down the eBay road. ;)

[@davesaenz3732]

I got a flip key for my Toyota 86. Two locksmiths couldn't program it. The first one cut it and charged me $5. The second one was able to get the unlock/lock function to work but car did not turn on. He said I just needed to swap the chip from one of my two keys I have. Going to try that soon.

[@stever5887]

For those of us who are single, live alone and/or are up in years, I recommend that you always carry the second car key with you. If you've gone shopping and lose the key, lock it in the car on a bad weather day, etc., it's a relief to have the second key with you at that point. I also belong to AAA, but they can take 20-30 minutes (possibly longer) to get to you. I just keep the second key fob in my pants or shirt pocket, so I always have it with me. Plan ahead; you only need to get locked out of your car once to understand how important it is to have the second fob with you while you're out driving.

[@RenanJeffrey]

You carry 2 keys everywhere?? Its way more risky then just leaving it at home. Stop giving lame advises, it's called "spare" key for a reason! Unless your car came with 3 keys.

[@juliusebola9712]

I had a locksmith come to my house and rebuild my entire ignition PLUS he threw in an extra key total cost 380 bucks. I was looking at three times that from the dealership. My dealings with locksmiths have all been super positive just honest hard working guys.

[@petermarkkman3894]

My locksmith connected his programmer to my Ford Ranger and in less than 2 minutes had my new key programed. Cost me $85.

[@alvarotoledo3696]

A bought a nice flip key fob X7 BMW style for my 05 G35 Coupe for $35 on eBay. Took it to my locksmith at the flea market who charged me $65 to cut and program key and bang all for a total of $100 dollars! Can’t beat that! Great video!

[@bjblues7823]

The "key" to saving money-is watching Scotty's video's

[@turninmonyin2noise978]

Scotty, your aces. Having turned wrench’s for a lot of years and a Dr. degree in Common sense. I can say your information is extremely valuable to Joe and Jane driver. Here is a tip you may know about. With the remote fabs transmitting a signal and all the scum bags using technology to steal cars today, if you wrap your fab in aluminum foil while not using it ( like when you go into the store or just away from the vehicle) it stops the signal and thieves that carry signal receivers in their pockets can’t get the wireless codes to steal your vehicle. Thumbs up to you sir.

[@scottyakoubian9238]

Man, I’m glad I found your channel. You’re a real life saver.

[@adamsorensen7523]

I’m a licensed and bonded locksmith out here in California, make sure that if you are buying the key yourself online that you don’t buy a cheap Chinese key , a lot of the chips in them will not program or will simply lose the programming also most locksmith will NOT CUT them because they want you to buy there key because the metal in the cheap ones are harder and will damage the bits in the machines which can be very expensive to replace. Love your videos Scotty

[@bobzirc4107]

I could take a chemistry class with this guy as the teacher and enjoy it just because of his voice

[@commonsense3673]

I had my fob and key made at my local Walmart and it worked ! 34.95 total ! Programed the key as well !

[@victoriacobarrubio5612]

Did you purchase the key elsewhere and they just cut it for u

[@Blackdynasty123]

​@victoriacobarrubio5612 how did they cut if they don't have the prior key not possible

[@63256325N]

Good tips. Leave it to car company's to take something as simple as a key and complicate the hell out of it. Thanks for the video.

[@zNoah]

Steve Vento Inmovilizers makes sense, keyfob does not.

[@johne3999]

It's not really the complexity that is the problem its the $$$$. getting new keys made for a car should cost nowhere near 500 or even 200

[@63256325N]

If someone really wants to steal your car they will, key or no.

[@jimfinigan1681]

Steve Vento Yeah, it worked well for my neighbor. Brand new car with keyless ignition, stolen right out of his driveway.

[@geoh7777]

"Leave it to car company's to take something as simple as a key and complicate the hell out of it." These are "improvements." Meanwhile, my '87 starts, runs, drives, and gets me there just like the new ones. Surprise? No.

[@1gregk1]

Scotty, as usual, great advice, been following your segments for a while. I broke the surrounding plastic hold for the key fob on my 2007 2.4 CH Lancer. I asked my local Mitsubishi dealer. The service rep, looked down his nose, smirked and said, "$670 AUD for the blade that you have to get re-cut and the "dealer" to reprogram". I work in Sydney (Aust) CDB. I approached a local locksmith, who quoted $32, as I had the electronics in the fob and only needed a new blade. Needless to say, ten minutes later I had a perfect replacement, some $638 cheaper than Mrs Bishi. The lockies cost, if I had to reprogram was $112 total, still centuries cheaper than the dealer. Lastly, I believe that its important to memorise three items: VIN, Key fod number, and audio codes. Amazing, when spare parts will check their finger nails, smile and ask for the VIN, and their shock when you rattle it off. Thanks Scotty.

[@staceym9163]

My plastic housing won't hold the metal shank anymore...so curious - don't I need to buy a whole new chipped key & have it programmed by locksmith? (You said your plastic was broken, but that you didn't have to replace it...)

[@djvelocity]

Haha I love his energy. It’s like he talks in all caps. I love it! 😄🙌🤩🔥

[@ThePattycake1313]

Scotty. I love your show and I will never negative you. I watched your fix-a-flat video, and thought since my tires were ok (like yours) I put some in to stop the rim leak. Well it gave my car a terrible shimmy, and it cost a lot to have the fix a flat removed from my car. However. I am not mad because you saved me 100s with all your advice. The 100 bucks I am out because of repairs because I used fix a flat is no big deal, but I know how you like to save ppl money. in a emergency use it, but to correct a leaky rim. replace the rims, or just add air when needed. Maybe the old stuff worked, but the new stuff doesn't as far as long term. As always love your videos, and HAPPY ANNY!

[@gregnixon1296]

2:25 "...some of them are complete buffoons..." Love it.

[@Jim-Wade]

Before you do anything, check your model of vehicle online to see if there is a way you can program it yourself. I needed one for my 2005 Chrysler 300 (210k miles and going strong). The buttons on my wife's key quit working. The key was still good. The dealer wanted $250, one locksmith wanted $175, and another wanted $95. I went for the $95 option, but even with his coding equipment he couldn't get the key programmed. Searching online, I discovered the owner could program up to eight keys following a simple procedure, as long as they had TWO working keys. Fortunately, I did. I ordered two new ones for $15. I filed one of the new keys until it would turn in the ignition. Then followed the procedure: insert one working key, turn to the "on" position for five seconds, remove it and insert the second working key, turn to the "on" position and leave it until a beep, then remove it, and finally insert the new key and turn it to the "on" position and wait for the tone (up to 1 minute). Worked perfectly! The next time I was in town, I had the locksmith cut the other new key for $2 and programmed it myself. Take away: Right now, research your vehicle to see if there is a procedure to do it yourself, and be sure you always have what you need on hand (two working keys, most likely). Better yet: Go ahead and make the extra keys NOW, and keep them in a safe place.

[@jeradweeks]

$283.50 vs $567. Strange how that’s exactly half. Love you’re channel.

[@mr.nonamanadus4463]

2005 Jeep Liberty I just had a plain key cut, you can unlock the doors manually and the ignition works. The buttons are only for remote unlocking.

[@schneir5]

I love how I can go to Walmart and get my 95 Miata key copied for $3.

[@arricammarques1955]

MIATA = Make it a topless afternoon

[@victoriacobarrubio5612]

Really I have a 2016 Ford fiesta I wonder if they could make me a delicate

[@OB17358]

Thank you Scotty, just ordered another key with chip and found a locksmith who can program my car to recognize my new key.

[@bigj6062]

Go Scotty, I might add that remote starters will also bypass the chip system in most cases where as you can make a new key normally and it still works. Keep making vids Scotty we love ya brother!

[@jluc155]

If you bought a used car and it wasn't at a dealer, and you need a key you can always go to the dealer present your insurance, registration and ID they can give you the pin so you can program it yourself if you have one of those fancy scan tools..

[@randyranjel4516]

He's always yelling!!! I Love Him!

[@max_rockatansky_2001]

My ex wife did the same, hated her...

[@jenniferbrown-west782]

Things have changed. We can now program and cut keys with the right equipment. Just had mine done bcuz the memory only allows 8 fobs, somehow the previous owner of my Honda Accord had maxed out the 8. He had to clear the previous codes stored. Then he was able to program my fob and cut the new keys. He charges $75 per fob + key which is $200-$300 less than the dealership quotes. I tried the 4 on off coding but bcuz the number of key fobs had been maxed out, I couldn't use that simple method. Thanks for the precise video.

[@drstevenrstanek]

All the dislikes of this video are car dealers!

[@TM-ur7wy]

And locksmiths. Do not call us with your junk internet keys.

[@2cutenisha]

🤣🤣🤣

[@melindaturner3311]

All the more reason to give it a like. Plus we always learn something useful.

[@classylilsassy6911]

Or maybe it's people who aren't saving any money off of anything he said in this video. What did he tell you anybody any different than what they already know? It was said go to a lot Smith instead of the dealership that's common sense for most people but what about when the locksmith cost is just as much as the car dealership like in my case? So therefore no it's not just car dealers that are disliking this video if people who did not find any of the information in it relevant!!

[@staceym9163]

@@TM-ur7wy Hi T M....I shouldn't buy from internet? Should I order directly from Honda instead?

[@Abitibidoug]

If you live in Canada and need a spare key with the immobiliser chip made, try Home Hardware. Most such keys can be made up there for $50 to $75, a lot cheaper than at the dealer.

[@SureShot_2]

great tip that no one talks about

[@bluetrue6062]

Every tip and advice thing I have followed from Scotty has never failed me and I have saved much $$$. THANKS!

[@88gtman]

I have actually gotten better prices going to the dealer. Got an 06 G6 that only came with two keys and one keyfob. Bought a new keyfob on Amazon and called the locksmith and they want $48 to program it, called the dealer and they only charged me $20. Then shortly after the fob that came with the car went bad astopped working. This time i decided to get quotes from the dealer and a locksmith for a keyfob and programming. Locksmith quoted $110 and the dealer quoted and did it for $85. Just goes to show ya that sometimes the dealer isn’t always the most expensive option. I still call them a stealership though.

[@leafbelly]

Good advice. People just need to do their research. There are no locksmiths where I live that will cut them unless you pay for their expensive keys. My dealer cut two for $25 and I found a YT video to show me how to easily program them myself.

[@torynnlancelotte3144]

I bought a used 2015 Dodge Ram F-150 and I only got 1 set of keys. So I went to my Local Locksmith and they wanted $400: $385 for the chip key itself and $15 to get a new door/side compartment key so I didn't to it but about a week later one of my friends told me about another lock smith my whole bill was $298 so I did that and the keys worked great!

[@Wahinies]

This local smith cloned a key immobilizer and gave me a second fob for 85 bucks where the dealership wanted 250 for the key alone!!

[@1337ofDiscreet1]

"cloned" your key? is your key alive?

[@sassylady2001]

He is right about the keyless fob. I had to buy a second one when I bought my Prius - the car was used and came with only one fob. I could not find a locksmith I could trust. My Toyota/Lexus mechanic had the equipment and software and it cost me $400. All was well for 7 years until I accidently gave the fob away to a guy who bought my Camry. I thought I was giving him the Camry fob but accidently gave him the Prius fob. I could not reach the Camry purchaser when I discovered my mistake and I had to go back to my mechanic and buy another fob which he programmed for my Prius - It was about $350 this time but I have 2 fobs now and I will not make that mistake again!! Imagine paying - over 700$ for two key fobs with programming.

[@miagarcia2631]

Thank you Scotty , we need more good guys like you in this world ,

[@dhoser9296]

Great vid Scotty. I need a spare key for my 2015 Camry. So all I need to do is buy the key with the buttons online, take it to my bonded locksmith, have him cut it, and it will start the car without an programming? The programming is just for the buttons and not for starting the car? Thanks for all your vids! They've saved me a lot of money over the long run...PS the dealer wants $300+ to do this.

[@Stangil1]

Not all locksmiths can make keys for the new model cars, They have to have expensive equipment and access to programming codes.

[@jazziered142]

Thank you Scotty. I currently have two, but if I lost one I wouldn't have thought about going to the locksmith and having a second one made. Good to know!

[@sassylady2001]

Make sure the locksmith is reputable. Also he has to have the software or access to the software to program the key/fob

[@cheesesyrkyer5290]

Scotty I had no idea locksmiths could program car keys. Only thought stealerships could.

[@sassylady2001]

SOME can. They have to have the software to program the fob.

[@Algore-rk8mh]

Just did this for my pops. Dealer wanted $500. The locksmith charged me $130.00. Thank god for scotty kilmer.

[@BlackLighting013]

I went to homedepo after buying a blank key from amazon ($8.00) and they cut it for free and I followed the instructions for programing a key in the manual in the Canadian section (2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP)

[@JS-ob4oh]

I once went to Home Depot to get a regular key cut and it took them 4 tries and never made one that worked. This was back in the days when it was done by hand and the idiots didn't even use the correct key blanks. Guess that's why it's all automated now.

[@thesanchise85]

Yup. I did the same

[@matthews.5369]

Thanks for giving us good honest locksmiths a shout out your a good guy scotty !

[@jorgiep09]

U got it scotty ,,,when i had bmw i knew to have 3 extra keys programed ready to use ,,dam bmw place wanted 350 for a key shipped from germany lol .bull i kept going to the yunk yard 5 dollars a piece ...now i have a f150 n still keep 2 keys ..one day my wife lost one at ross pasadena tx..after 1month later she went shoping again the security called her she looked familiar bc of the pic of the key chain lol .thats a good idea keep a pic on chain sometimes it helps or give u out

[@minarchist1776]

And remember to change out the battery in whichever sort of key/fob you're using on a regular basis as well. Otherwise having it won't do you any good if the battery died on you.

[@delilahjed5872]

I have as of recently been not able to find my new key and fob I just purchased on 2000 jeep cherokee laredo..had it 16 years. Still looking for lost key and fob.However...I follow Scott down to a tee. I may or may not find it but I always check with Scotty first.

[@e.a.dominguezdominguez491]

This guy is funny and cool, I love his videos 😂

[@mikehenry4743]

Got a key for my Lincoln for $22.00 on Ebay and had a local Ace hardware that had the equipment to cut and code the key and only charged $5.00.

[@dshin198]

Sometimes, it's a good idea to have a THIRD key so that you can make a new one and program it yourself if you lose one of 3. In my 2006 Ford, it takes 2 keys to program a third key's transponder. If you had only 2 keys and lose one, then you need the dealer to program a new one.

[@staceym9163]

Hi Daniel...does valet key count as 2nd key?

[@PartyUpLive]

Found out my lock smith can make the keys for my 99 Chevy Lumina with the chip in it for $15.00 as opposed to the dealer trying to charge me $35.00. And, the dealer wanted to charge me more because he said that they would have to look up the code for the chip. Well I got a copy of the code years ago for that very reason. Took a picture of it on my phone to have it with me. Turns out, the lock smith didn't even need the code. Luckily I bought the Official Mopar Lifetime Warranty for my van and I get 6 free key fob replacements with it for as long as I own the vehicle.

[@tmaddrummer]

Thanks and Blessings Scotty!!!

[@egj1409]

My daughter bought a 2000 Ford Explorer at an auction earlier this year. Of course, it came with only one chipped key. I was able to get a second key at the local Walmart for $60. Works fine.

[@720nonstop2]

Scotty you rule man Thank you

[@digitalbreakthroughs]

Exactly what I did. I now have 3 key FOBs. Mobile locksmith did them.

[@ImSafeonSite]

Thank you so much Scotty!! YOU ARE THE BEST

[@Chicagocubs21]

If you have on with an immobilizer in it just buy a blank key online. You can get one for like 5-10 dollars. Then take your key to ACE hardware or any hardware store and ask them to cut the key. Get home, take out the immobilizer chip from the original key and put it in the new key. All that is left to do is to program the remote control so that it will lock and unlock your doors and that is super easy. Lost of videos on KZbin on how to do it. Most of them follow a couple of directions like open and close door 3 time or lock and open a couple times, each car has different ways to program. I did this and spent just 20 dollars for a new Scion Tc key. The dealer wanted to charge me more than 100 dollars 💵

[@frankgeeraerts6243]

There's a trick for the transponder......................buy a new key (20-25 $) without need to pay a lot of money , no need of the dealer stealing your money for initiating the transponder .............open the original spare key ,the one without distance control , pull out the transponder and fix it close to the ignition key barrel. Than you can use any copy and as much made spare key's as you want .

[@food4e1]

Frank Geeraerts But then you make it easier for the thieves to steal your car.....

[@frankgeeraerts6243]

1) Thieves don 't know you did it or YOU told them about it :) ! 2) They still don't have your key unless......... 3) If you're born with bad luck , so be it ................ 4) If a thieve really wants to steal your car , he will succeed , he even manages to steal a full protected Porche.. 5) The potential thieve will not pay your bill of hundreds of dollars when you loose your key . 6)Think positive................... 7) Chose the lesser of two evil ................ 8) When you live in fear , go the easy way to avoid starting your car , install a little switch to switch on/off the sensor on your flywheel and the engine won't start ! 9) Don't live in constant fear or take anti depressant for whatever may , has or could go wrong in your life. What will happen , will happen................. 10) You can fill it in yourself.................or talk to your insurance agent.......Have a nice day and sleep well.

[@felipemendez585]

Frank that that was compassionately deep felt that from here take it easy brother

[@josepeixoto3384]

DON'T cut the wire to the crank sensor,to extend it to a cut-out switch!!! That is a VERY low power signal, (the signal is shielded by the "earth" wire )and you will be stranded somewhere with a dead engine; better to intercept a wire to,let's say,your fuel pump,ecu feed,etc;

[@vandraiss]

If you still have both original keys you can buy a third key or Fob and program it yourself in no more than a minute for free. The instructions are in your owners manual. I've done this on my 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII, 2006 F-150 and 2017 Mustang GT. The reason you need both original keys is so on those occasions where a Valet might have your key they can't use that one key to make a key and later steal you car. If you are copying a Fob with a key the copy process simply involves putting the two original keys, then the new one in the ignition and removing them in a particular sequence. On a Proximity Fob you insert the original Fobs, then the new one in a slot under the cup holders, and briefly press the start button (Mustang). The message center will tell you in a few seconds that the new Fob is successfully programmed. Take the new blank key to any locksmith and they will cut it for a buck or two. They did mine for free. On my Lincoln and F-150 the total cost was about $15 for the key and Fob. The OEM Proximity key on the Mustang was $61.00 on Amazon. That beats the hell out of the $300-500 the dealer will charge.

[@carloscarpinteyro332]

Scotty, you are always on warp drive!! Thanks for being so vigilant for us simpleton earthlings on these matters!!!

[@randallwilhelmi964]

Thanks Scotty, need to have one made. Will look for a good locksmith that can do it right, and save a lot of money. Your the best.

[@holidayhouse03]

One more reason I love my rwd redblock volvos...I get keys cut for $2 at the local hardware store.

[@MariaRodriguez-ez9sj]

I love this guy! He's very helpful and I actually want to watch his videos, the others put ya to sleep

[@boi5599]

To be honest I do miss the old intro, but this one seems alot more professional and simple while still keeping to its old ways

[@3103Juan]

Good tip. I just save a lot of money on my mother’s car. The dealer was charging her $340.72 for another backup key. Seen this video, went to my local locksmith guy.....$84.52 😮😂👍🏻. So thanks for the tip.

[@528freq8]

Went to my local locksmith today and they had key fobs and programmed it... Both for $60

[@ekp-g205]

GREAT PRICE.

[@carlosdj4884]

I have a good locksmith in SGV California , I bought the key fobs online for about 15 bucks each. Went to the locksmith Had them programmed $30 each or 2 for $50 bucks, he charged $2.50 each to cut the key ($55 locksmith total ) so I bought two more key fobs n now I have two extra keys n remotes for my mini van and two extra keys n remotes for my 2008 Dodge. P.s. I always carry one extra key in my pocket just in case I locked myself out or misplace a key while out with the wife