Where Can I Get a Car Key Made?
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If you lose your car key, you can get a replacement at a 4S dealership, a repair shop, or a professional key-making company. More details are as follows: Seek help from a 4S service station: You need to tow your car there first, as only the dealership has the equipment to unlock the car door or make a new key. If you need to unlock the car door to make a key, be sure to bring the relevant documents to prove that you are the car owner, which helps avoid unnecessary trouble. The cost of making a key at a 4S dealership is relatively higher than at an external repair shop, but the security is very reliable. Find a professional key-making company: You don’t need to tow your car there. Usually, you can call for consultation, and a professional technician will come directly to provide on-site service. Even if all car keys are lost, they can still make a replacement. One advantage is the reasonable price and fast service—you can usually get the key the same day.
Last time I lost my car key and was in a panic, so I went straight to the 4S dealership. Although they charge more, they are indeed reliable, especially for electronic keys with chips, which small shops can't handle. Remember to bring your vehicle registration certificate and ID card, as the manufacturer needs to verify the information to make a new key. However, many chain auto beauty shops like Tuhu can also do it now—for keys with chips, it usually costs around 300-400 yuan. For old-fashioned mechanical keys, it’s even cheaper; street-side locksmith stalls can make one for 20-30 yuan, but the security level is lower. I recommend going to a regular repair shop—they have professional equipment for programming and can also check the anti-theft system while they're at it.
