A spare fob bought online
It arrived in a box and went into a drawer. We match the FCC ID, part number and frequency to your car, then pair it.
Spare fob programmingKey Fob Programming in Georgia
Bought a spare fob, or need a second one for a shared car? We check that it fits your car, pair it where the car is parked and test every button before we leave.
24/7 emergency service
We come to your car YES
Greater Atlanta
Key fob jobs we handle
Most fob calls come down to a few situations. In each one we check the fob against your car before any pairing starts.
One shared car, one fob
Two drivers handing off the only fob every morning. We pair a second fob and keep the first one working.
Second fobPush-button start car
The fob has to be paired as a proximity key, not just for the buttons, so the car will start with it in your pocket.
Push-to-start fobsFob seems dead
Heat wears down the coin battery inside a fob. We test the battery first, since a fresh cell is sometimes all it needs.
Battery checkUsed or second-hand fob
Some fobs lock to the first car they were paired with. We tell you plainly whether yours can be reused.
Compatibility checkKeyed fobs and push-to-start fobs
Fobs differ by year, make, model and even trim. Tell us your car's details when you call so we can confirm which fob fits.
- Cars with keyless entry remotes
- Push-button start cars
- Fobs with an emergency blade key
How key fob programming works
Call us
Call (678) 338-8566 with your car's year, make and model, and have the car and every current fob nearby.
We check the fit
We read the VIN and the fob's FCC ID and part number, test the fob battery and make sure the car's own battery is steady.
We pair the fob
Our tool connects through the OBD-II port to register the transponder chip and the remote buttons, and the proximity key on push-to-start cars. Every fob you want to keep is paired in one session.
We test before we leave
Every button, a start with each fob one at a time, and the blade key in the driver's door.
More car key services
Key fob programming is one of our vehicle services. We can also help with:
Key fob programming service areas
- Dunwoody
- Greater Atlanta
- Alpharetta
- Roswell
- Decatur
- Peachtree City
- Surrounding communities
Key fob programming FAQ
How much does key fob programming cost if I already bought the fob online?
Your car's make, model and fob type set the price. A proximity key starts the car without inserting a key. Those fobs often need more programming steps than basic remotes. Since you already own the fob, the visit covers the fit check and pairing. Call 678-338-8566 with your year, make and model to talk through pricing.
Can someone come program my spare fob today?
Same-day response is our commitment across Greater Atlanta. Our crews dispatch from Dunwoody, near the I-285 Perimeter. For urgent car trouble, we also run 24/7 emergency service. Have the car and every current fob ready when we arrive. That keeps the job to one pairing session.
Why use a locksmith instead of the dealer to program a key fob?
We pair the fob where your car is parked, so you skip the drive to a dealer. Our tool plugs into the OBD-II port, a plug under the dashboard. Through it, we link the fob to the car's computer. In the same visit, we can cut the emergency blade key. That's the metal key hidden inside the fob for dead-battery days. do i have to have all my old key fobs there when you program a new one Yes, bring every fob you want to keep working. On many vehicles, adding a new fob erases the old ones from memory. We pair all of them in one session to prevent that. Then we test every button and start the car with each fob. That way no driver in the house gets left with a dead fob.
Can I program a push to start key fob myself?
Most push-to-start fobs need a professional programming tool, not owner steps. Some older cars let owners pair the lock buttons alone. That only covers remote keyless entry, the buttons that lock and unlock doors. The transponder chip is a tiny chip the car reads before starting. Pairing that chip usually needs a tool connected under the dashboard. Some vehicles also ask for a security PIN before accepting a new key.
My fob quit working after sitting in a hot car, does it need reprogramming?
Check the battery first, since Georgia heat drains the small coin cell fast. A weak battery can make a good fob look broken. We test the fob battery before any programming begins. If a fresh cell doesn't fix it, we check whether the fob lost its pairing. Then we tell you plainly what it needs.