New Ignition Key

[jrobie79]

My ignition key for my 2011 broke where it attaches to my key ring. I would like to get a new key for peace of mind and to have a spare. Will the dealer be able to get a key cut for my vehicle with my VIN? I know for my 30 year old BMW, the dealer sold me a key cut for the original ignition with my VIN and a copy of my registration. I don't really want to use the old key to cut one because it's worn out.

Also if they do provide a key per the VIN will they sell it without programming? I have a tech II and am fully capable of programming it myself without having to pay crazy dealer fees.

If not I guess I can just buy a blank online and have it cut per the old one.

 

[TollKeeper]

Yes the dealer will be able to cut a key using your VIN. Proof of ownership is generally required.

 

[wsteele]

My ignition key for my 2011 broke where it attaches to my key ring. I would like to get a new key for peace of mind and to have a spare. Will the dealer be able to get a key cut for my vehicle with my VIN? I know for my 30 year old BMW, the dealer sold me a key cut for the original ignition with my VIN and a copy of my registration. I don't really want to use the old key to cut one because it's worn out.

Also if they do provide a key per the VIN will they sell it without programming? I have a tech II and am fully capable of programming it myself without having to pay crazy dealer fees.

If not I guess I can just buy a blank online and have it cut per the old one.

If you have a Tech 2 and you have the old key, my guess is getting a key cut at a Locksmith who services car keys likely will be a lot less expensive than the dealer cutting it from your VIN.

 

[Trippers99hoe]

You do not need a Tech2 to program the new key....You start the truck with your original then shut off insert new key start vehicle within a few seconds.
I bought mine from Local stealership (was stupid expensive)Seems like it was $30.

 

[jrobie79]

If you have a Tech 2 and you have the old key, my guess is getting a key cut at a Locksmith who services car keys likely will be a lot less expensive than the dealer cutting it from your VIN.

The old key is really worn

 

[CaptainAmerica1]

The lock cylinder is likely very worn also. You might think about a new cylinder and key combo…

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Go to a local locksmith and get their opinion. They are the experts, and I'm confident that can get you set up at a reasonable price. You've got nothing to lose, other than the time to visit the locksmith.

 

[Charlie207]

I bought a blank online for under $10, and then had it cut at Home Depot for like $3. The teeth were probably cut to be 90% identical, but it turned the ignition cylinder fine. I paired it via the instructions above, and it works fine to start the car.

 

[jrobie79]

The lock cylinder is likely very worn also. You might think about a new cylinder and key combo…

Do you know a part number by chance?