Lost Your Fob or Need a Spare?
Almost every car built in the last twenty years starts with a chip, not just a cut blade. Lose the fob, or watch it stop working, and the usual advice is a tow to the dealership and a wait for parts. Prime Locksmith Services brings the blank keys and the programming equipment to you, anywhere in the St. Louis area, and pairs the new key to your car while you watch.
We program push-to-start smart keys, remote head keys, flip keys, transponder keys and keyless entry remotes for most domestic, Asian and European makes. If your vehicle is one of the few that only the dealer can program, we tell you on the phone instead of wasting your time.
For key fob programming in St. Louis or any other job for an automotive key locksmith in St. Louis, call (314) 745-4590.
We Do Car Key Replacement for All Major Brands
How Mobile Key Programming Works
One visit, done at your car. Here is what to expect.
Tell us the vehicle
Year, make and model, plus the VIN if you have it. That tells us exactly which key and chip your car uses.
Confirm key and price
We quote the key and the programming upfront, so there are no surprises when we arrive.
We come to you
Home, work or a parking lot. Programming needs the car present, so we meet you where it is parked.
Cut and program
We cut the blade, then connect to the car through the diagnostic port and pair the chip and remote.
Test every button
Start, lock, unlock, trunk and panic. We test all of it before you pay.
Lost a key? Have it erased.
When we program a new key we can usually remove the lost one from your car’s memory, so it will no longer start the engine. Ask for this whenever a key has gone missing or may have been stolen.
Key Fob Programming Prices
Prime Locksmith Services’ own price ranges, from our pricing page. The exact figure depends on your vehicle and the key it needs, and we confirm it before we start.
| Service | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Push-to-start key or smart fob | $250 to $850 |
| Keyless entry remote | $85 to $600 |
| Transponder key | $150 to $600 |
| Key programming only | $120 to $500 |
| Metal key (no chip) | $100 to $350 |
What moves the price: the make and model year, whether the key is a smart key or a basic transponder, and whether any working key is left. Call (314) 745-4590 for a quote on your car.
Keys and Fobs We Program
Push-to-start smart keys
Proximity keys that unlock the doors and start the car while they stay in your pocket.
Remote head keys
A blade and a remote in one housing, common on Ford, GM, Toyota and Honda models.
Flip keys
Switchblade-style keys with a folding blade, used on many Volkswagen, Hyundai and Kia models.
Transponder keys
Keys with a chip in the head. The car will not start unless the chip matches.
Keyless entry remotes
Separate remotes for locking and unlocking, replaced and paired on site.
Spare keys
The cheapest key is the one made before you need it. See key duplication.
What to Have Ready
Programming needs the car and proof it is yours.
- Photo ID and the vehicle registration or title
- Every working key you still have
- Access to the car where it is parked
- The VIN, found on the dashboard or the registration
Look After Your Fob
A little care keeps a fob working for years.
- Replace the coin battery at the first low-battery warning
- Keep it dry, and away from heavy drops
- Ask us before buying a cheap online fob, since many use the wrong chip or frequency
- Keep a programmed spare at home
Quick Response Times
Our team of skilled locksmiths are standing by to assist you with lockout, or rekey requirements.
Professional Service
Our highly trained technicians are well-known for our superb emergency locksmith services.
Top Quality Guarantee
Your property will be fitted with the highest quality locks. Each one comes with a satisfactory guarantee.
Need a New Key Fob?
Call (314) 745-4590 with your year, make and model for an upfront quote.
About Prime Locksmith Services
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Residential Locksmith
We bring the same commitment to quality that we do to all of our other services to our residential lock service.
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Smart Lockouts
Your smart locks aren't always "Smart". Let our experts fix any smart lock issues you may have in your home or business.
Safe Locks
Safes are the pinnacle of business security, this is why we offer comprehensive safe services to our client!
Auto Lockouts
Auto Locksmith provides lockout services, car key replacements, transponder key programming and more!
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Key Duplication
We offer key duplication for all types of keys ranging from residential, commercial and automotive.
Emergency Lockouts
Emergencies happen, and our team is here to help you resolve them with our emergency locksmith services.
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