https://henningsen-kanstrup-2.technetbloggers.de/10-fundamentals-about-lost-car-key-how-to-replace-you-didnt-learn-in-the-classroom How to Replace Lost Car Keys You're exhausted and want to change into your favorite sweatshirt, grab some pizza, and watch your favorite TV show. You discover that the keys to your car have disappeared. Know your options before you be in a panic. There are a few different methods to replace lost car keys however, the majority of them involve the dealership or a professional locksmith. Check the Locks on Your Car It's best to check your car first if you lose your keys. After all, we often forget where they're especially when we're in a hurry or distracted. Fortunately finding keys to your car is fairly easy when you make the effort to conduct an exhaustive search of your vehicle. Start with the driver’s seat. Make sure to inspect every inch of the car by moving the seats up and down, back and forward. Also, feel around compartments with zippers or small spaces to locate keys. Also, be sure to check your backpack, purse, or tote bag, for keys. A majority of modern vehicles have key fobs that let you lock and unlock the car from an extended distance. Usually, these devices have an internal transponder chip that communicates with the car in order to let you in and start the engine. If you've lost your car's keys fob, you'll have to visit a dealership to have an alternative one created. Some older cars still use traditional keys made of metal that fit inside an ignition cylinder. If you lose these keys, a locksmith may be able create a replacement key for you if you've got evidence of ownership such as your registration or title. You can also get an entirely new replacement from the dealership, but this will be much more expensive. The dealer will have to pair up a computer chip for your car. It could cost between $200 and $250, dependent on the car's make and model. Before you pay for an auto key replacement make sure you check your insuran