Automotive Locksmith Services
Transponder Key Programming in Durham, NC
If your car was built after the late 1990s, its key almost certainly has a transponder chip. Without the right programming the engine will not start, even if the key turns. Durham Locksmith programs transponder keys on site in Durham, NC.
How transponder keys work
The chip inside the key head sends a code to the car’s immobilizer when you turn the key or press start. If the code does not match, the engine is blocked. A copy cut from a hardware-store blank will turn in the door lock but will not start the car until it is programmed.
Our mobile technicians cut the blade and program the chip at your vehicle. We can add a spare key, replace a lost one, or program a key you already have.
What we program
Chip keys and spares
Add a second key before you lose the only one.
Push-button-start smart keys
Proximity keys for vehicles that start without a key blade.
Flip keys and remote head keys
Cut and programmed together as one key.
Immobilizer troubleshooting
Diagnose a security light that stays on or a key the car no longer recognizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my key has a chip?
If the plastic head is thick or the car has a security light on the dash, it likely has one. Call with the year and model and we’ll confirm.
Can you add a spare if I only have one key?
Yes, and it is the cheapest time to do it. Adding a key is usually less work than an all-keys-lost job.
Do you serve Chapel Hill and RTP?
Yes. We travel to Durham, Chapel Hill, Research Triangle Park and nearby areas.
What are your hours?
We work 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, seven days a week.
Need a Transponder Key Programmed?
Tell us the vehicle and we’ll quote the job over the phone.
(919) 769-3432