Key stuck, snapped off, or an ignition that won't turn — repaired or replaced at the vehicle before you pay for a tow.
Ignition problems come in three shapes: a key that has broken off in the cylinder, a cylinder worn to the point where the key turns freely or not at all, and a lock that has seized. We extract broken keys without dismantling the column where possible, rebuild or replace the cylinder, and re-key the new cylinder to your existing key so you're not left carrying two different keys for one car.
Extraction of a broken key is the quickest and cheapest case. Cylinder replacement depends on the vehicle and on whether the part is available locally. We'll tell you which case you're in after seeing it, before starting work.
Real ranges for the makes we see most. Your model year and key type set where in the range you land — call and you'll get the number, not an estimate.
| Make | Typical range | Example model & key type |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | $45–$120 | F-150 — Transponder / Smart Key |
| Chevrolet | $50–$130 | Silverado — Transponder / Fob |
| Jeep | $55–$135 | Wrangler — Transponder / Fob |
| Dodge / RAM | $55–$135 | Charger — Transponder / Smart Key |
| GMC | $50–$130 | Sierra — Transponder / Fob |
| Chrysler | $50–$130 | 300 — Transponder / Smart Key |
| Buick | $50–$130 | Enclave — Smart Key |
| Cadillac | $95–$220 | Escalade — Smart Key |
We check your driver's license and vehicle registration to verify you're the legal owner. We do this on every job, without exception.
Using a precision laser or code-cutting machine, we cut the physical key blade to match your vehicle's lock pattern.
We connect to your car's OBD-II port and program the transponder chip to communicate with your immobilizer system.
We test the key on ignition, door locks, and trunk. You drive away with a fully working key — guaranteed.
Keys and fobs cut and programmed at the customer's vehicle across North Idaho.
Lost every key to the car? We cut and program a new one at the vehicle — no tow, no dealership appointment, usually inside an hour.
Fobs, remotes and push-to-start proximity keys programmed at your vehicle with the same equipment a dealer uses.
Chip keys cut and coded to your car's immobiliser — the part that makes the engine actually turn over.
Calling is fastest — we answer around the clock, quote on the phone, and drive to you.
