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How to Get a Broken Car Key Fixed

A broken car key is a problem for many reasons. Not only does it mean that you will not be able to use your car for a while, but it is often also a very expensive repair. It is impossible to fix a broken key on your own. To get it done, you have to visit a locksmith or a mechanic. Sometimes they can fix the original key, and sometimes they will have to make a new one.

Instructions

1

Inspect the broken pieces of the key. Make sure all pieces are present. If some of the key broke off inside the lock, you will have to hire a mechanic to remove the broken pieces from the ignition before the new key will work.

2

Locate the VIN number of your vehicle as well as the make and model information. You will need this information to order a replacement key.

3

Call a local vehicle locksmith or the dealer for your car. Give them the vehicle information of your car. Ask for an estimate of the cost of making a replacement key. Not all locksmiths will be able to reproduce all car keys, but if they can, they are often less expensive than ordering a key through the dealer. Car keys can cost up to $200 for one replacement. This is due to the safety technology used to make the key work in your specific car only.

4

Ask the dealer or locksmith if they are able to make a temporary key for your vehicle while the new key is made. Some locksmiths may be able to repair your current broken key well enough to work for a few days while you wait for the replacement key.

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