Key Fob & Smart Key Programming in Midway

Key fobs and smart keys programmed in Midway – at your car or at our Rosecrans workshop by appointment. Bring every fob you want to keep using so we can test them all.

Fobs from $140, all-inclusive · Arrival: typically 20–40 minutes during business hours

Understanding the job

Remote locking and starting authorization are not always the same function. Explain whether the buttons fail, the vehicle will not start, or both. Compatibility should be checked before a replacement fob is purchased or programmed.

Customer-supplied fobs must be brand new, never used, and matched to the correct vehicle part number using the VIN. A similar-looking case does not establish compatibility.

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Key fob and smart key prices

Fob typeSpare (have a working key)All keys lost
Remote-head key$140–$230$190–$280
Flip key$160–$260$210–$310
Smart key / push-to-start fob$200–$425$250–$475

Every price includes the key, blade cutting, programming, testing, travel to you and tax. Tell us the year, make and model and we give you the exact price before we head out.

Recent jobs in Midway

Two Toyota Tundra smart keys at the Auto Key SD workshop on Rosecrans Street
Toyota Tundra smart keys programmed at our Rosecrans workshop.
Nissan smart keys in front of the Auto Key SD sign inside the Rosecrans workshop
Nissan smart keys at our Rosecrans workshop – visits by appointment.
Two Toyota RAV4 smart keys inside the Rosecrans workshop
Toyota RAV4 smart keys programmed in the workshop.

Your mobile visit in Midway

Closest to our Rosecrans workshop

For street parking on Rosecrans, Midway Drive or Sports Arena Boulevard, give the nearest cross street and which side of the road the car is on. In a shopping-center lot, name the store you parked closest to.

Workshop visits at 3794 Rosecrans St #2 are by appointment – call first so we can confirm parts for your vehicle and a time. If the car can’t be driven, we come to it.

Location reference: City of San Diego: Midway-Pacific Highway Community Plan.

Call or text for your price and the next available time. See the Midway service-area guide.

Before you arrange service

How much is key fob & smart key programming in Midway?

Prices are all-inclusive (key, cutting, programming, travel and tax): Remote-head key $140–$230 / $190–$280; Flip key $160–$260 / $210–$310; Smart key / push-to-start fob $200–$425 / $250–$475.

How soon can you get to Midway?

During business hours (9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Monday–Saturday) we typically arrive in Midway within 20–40 minutes. Traffic and earlier jobs can change that, so call or text your location for the current arrival estimate. Evening calls by arrangement; closed Sunday.

Do I need a whole new fob if a button stopped working?

Not always. Battery, button, case, and electronic faults can need different remedies. Describe the symptoms and keep the original fob for assessment.

Can I bring my car to your Rosecrans workshop?

Yes, by appointment. Call (619) 535-8000 with your year, make and model so we can confirm parts and book a time. If the car can’t be driven, we come to it instead.

Ask about key fob & smart key programming in Midway

Tell us what happened, which vehicle you drive, and where it is parked.