Car Key Repair
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WHY IS IT NECESSARY TO REPAIR CAR KEYS?
Keys to a vehicle are ephemeral. Even if you never misplace them, they could break or wear out to the point where they no longer serve their intended purpose. A car key repair service can fix these issues and ensure your key works properly.
Most people seek auto locksmith services because their keys broke off in the lock or ignition. Extracting a broken car key alone could do more harm than good. You might need to replace the lock or ignition in such scenarios.
Finally, many modern cars use electronic keys that require specialised equipment and knowledge to repair or replace. A car key repair service can provide these services, ensuring your car remains secure and functional.
In such cases, spare car keys are essential to avoid emergencies.
TYPES OF CAR KEYS
These are basic keys for automobiles, consisting of a mechanical key cut to fit a certain vehicle.
Modern automobiles use key fobs instead of metal blades, which must be inserted to start the ignition.
They’re traditional metal keys for manually unlocking doors and starting the engine if the remote battery dies.
The fob’s buttons activate the intended function. The key blade manually unlocks the door and starts the engine.
They transmit a signal to the car’s internal computer, which executes the required function. It removes a key needed to operate the ignition or lock.
THE MOST FREQUENT CAR KEY PROBLEMS
Some common car key issues drivers may experience include:
Broken or damaged keys: Car keys can become damaged over time or break if excessive force is applied. It can make it difficult or impossible to unlock or start the vehicle.
Lost or stolen keys: Misplacing or stealing your car keys can be a major inconvenience. In some cases, replacing the entire locking system may be necessary to ensure security.
Faulty key fobs: Those not functioning may not unlock or start the car or require multiple attempts.
Dead batteries: Like any battery-powered device, car key fobs and smart keys require regular battery replacement to ensure proper function.
Ignition switch problems: In some cases, problems with the ignition switch can prevent the car from starting, even with a properly functioning key.
OTHER COMMON KEY ISSUES
The lock mechanism may freeze, making turning a key into the lock impossible. It can trap the key and break it inside the lock. If the key is defective, turning on a frozen lock can break it.
The key fob’s casing may crack or break if dropped regularly or from a height, exposing the inside components to potential harm or dampness. As a result, the car may have trouble starting or locking/unlocking due to a breakdown in communication between the two systems.
Any key fob’s circuit board can lock and unlock vehicle doors and trunks. However, it is not indestructible, and the likelihood of malfunction increases with each landing from a height of any kind.We have the equipment to check the functioning of every component on the board. If we find any broken ones, we can swap them out. A damaged microswitch is the most common circuit board problem. It’s simple to fix, and the FOB key works again.
Locksmiths Express replaces automobile keys better than anyone. We can get you back on the road in no time. We’ll dismantle the keys, salvage the blade, and forge a replacement. Our auto locksmith can deactivate the immobiliser on newer models by removing the transponder chip and programming it into the replacement key.
If you need a reliable and trustworthy locksmith in Kent, look no further than Locksmiths Express. On-site key replacement, repair of broken or snapped keys, case and button pad damage, battery replacement, and emergency auto locksmith services are all available. We will always try to fix the problem without suggesting a replacement vehicle key, flip fob key, or fob key unless necessary. You won’t have to worry about towing your vehicle anywhere in our service area.REPLACING CAR KEYS, EVEN IF IT LOOKS INTACT
Replacing car keys may be necessary even if they appear intact.
It is due to malfunctioning electronic components, wear and tear, security problems, and programming flaws. Even though the key seems OK, the microchip or transponder may be damaged. The blade, buttons, and housing can wear out and affect key operation. Lost or stolen keys should be replaced for security reasons. Finally, key programming issues may require the replacement of a damaged key to programme another one.
Our experts can diagnose the problem and offer a solution if your key isn’t working properly. They can handle a wide range of automobile key problems. We operate from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. in our workshops and on the road. It means you can avoid the hassle and expense of dealing with vehicle key issues during normal business hours.
Our mobile technicians can be at your location in Kent and the Home Counties within an hour to start working on a solution to your car key problem.
LET'S SECURE THIS UP…
While car keys function differently today than before, they are necessary for vehicle security and operation. And given that a more modern key fob packed with cutting-edge technology can malfunction when you least expect it, you’d need yours repaired or replaced as quickly and affordably as possible if that happens to you.
Please feel free to visit our facilities in Kent, or we can come to you when you require a trustworthy car key repair company.
Locksmiths Express does auto locksmithing and key replacement in Kent and neighbouring counties better than anyone else. You can reach us anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., seven days a week.
Most frequent key replacement requests:
- Change the rubber buttons or the button plate as a whole.
- Change the circuit board microswitch.
- Change for other electronic components
- Change the damaged key blade
- Change the remote key casing
- Change the remote key battery.
- Additional services we offer include
- Emergency auto locksmith
- Spare car key
- Car key replacement
- Car key programming
- Vehicle security and safety
- Common fault fixing