Can a new key be made if the electric car key is lost without a spare?
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It is not recommended to make a new key if the electric car key is lost; it is safer to replace the lock directly. Here are the relevant details: Disabling the key: If all car remote keys are lost, you should immediately go to a 4S store to disable the lost car keys and then have a new key made. Keeping the key safe: When using the car, always keep the key secure and leave a spare key at home as a backup. Do not carry all keys with you, as this increases the risk of losing them all. Unlocking: You can contact a professional locksmith to unlock the car and then go to a 4S store to have a new key made. However, relevant documents such as ID and vehicle registration are required. If the vehicle registration is not available, you will need to file a report at the local police station. Even after obtaining a new key, be cautious about not leaving valuables in the car. The lock button not only locks the car but also has an alarm function. Pressing the lock button for 5 seconds can disable the electric car alarm, while the locking function remains active.
Last time I lost my electric car key, I was so anxious that I rushed to the 4S store to ask. It turns out you can get a replacement without a spare key, but it's much more complicated than imagined. The technician said they first need to verify the owner's identity—you must bring your ID card and vehicle registration certificate to the store, where they use professional equipment to connect to the car's onboard computer. Nowadays, electric car keys have encrypted chips, unlike traditional mechanical keys that can be copied casually. They need to generate a new key to match the vehicle, and the lost key will automatically become invalid. The cost mainly depends on the car model: a standard model costs around 400-500 RMB, while models with keyless start function cost at least over 1,000 RMB. The whole process takes half a day to two days, and some high-end models even require remote authorization from the manufacturer. It's recommended to keep a spare key in your office drawer—it can really save you in an emergency.
