Q: How and where can I get a replacement key for My Honda CR-V?
I Lost my Honda CR-V car keys, never had a second key and need a replacement key. How can I get a replacement key. Basically, you have three methods:
- First off, call an auto locksmith that offers a mobile service for Honda CR-V cars. Our Automotive locksmith department can provide you with that.
- 2nd, tow the car to the dealer.
- Thirdly, order a blank key online and have the dealer or locksmith cut in and program it (if important ) for you.
Additionally, depends upon the type of key you had and year e.g. remote, smart fob, push to start, transponder or regular key you may have various possibilities about how to get a new key made.
Q: What should I tell the locksmith or dealer when I call for service for my Honda CR-V?
First, make sure you know the year, make and model.
On top of that, write the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) of the car found on the left side of the dashboard near the mirror. That would help the locksmith or dealer verifying the year, make and model of the car and the type of key you had.
Moreover, ask if you can come and purchase the key or the car needs to be presents . With aging models, codes may not be offered and consequently on-site service will be required to make a new key.
On the flip side, you can tow the car to the locksmith shop but that would be more costly.
Lastly, make sure you can show possession of the car by having the necessary documents. The title, ID, insurance card etc
Q: Honda CR-V key replacement cost– How much money does it cost to replace Honda CR-V key in the absence of the original? What is the normal price?
A: Basically, to replace a Honda CR-V key usually cost between $90–$ 400. It depends on a few factors:
- Kind of key
- The year manufactured
- Time of day & your location
- Where you get a key replacement (Dealer, automotive locksmith, online etc).
- Accessibility of code to cut a new key.
- Original ignition or not.
The style of key you had and the year the car was manufactured are maybe probably the most important factors.(chip, smart fob, “push to start”, remote, regular “non-transponder” key). The newer the automobile is, the greater security features the key had and therefore you can assume to pay more than $250 for key replacement.
Besides, it depends where you get a key replacement. The dealer, automotive locksmith or get it online. Click here to get a more detailed explanation.
The dealer typically charges about 10%-15% lower than a locksmith would for the key. However, most chances you will need to haul the car there to program the new key or remote and therefore the overall cost is usually higher.
In addition, take into consideration that if you are trying to have a locksmith to come out and make you a new key outside regular business hours, the price may increase.
Lastly, in the event your ignition cylinder was changed before (usually with older cars), that most likely means that the code for the key may not work and the key will have to be either cut manually by a locksmith or to change the ignition again which in this case the dealer can’t be of help.
Q: Can I obtain Honda CR-V key replacement by VIN?
A: That depends on the year of your car and style of key you had.
A: The VIN makes it possible for the dealer or an car locksmith the choice to access the key code on file, i.e.
To cut you a replacement key by code makes the technique very fast and east. There are however two details to take into consideration:
For autos older than 10 years: There are no codes available. Consequently, an auto locksmith is your only choice to get a replacement key.
For car or trucks equipped with transponder unit and/or remote/ smart key/ fob key: Codes are offered. However, programming is required and therefore you will need to either tow the car to the dealer or have an vehicle locksmith come and program the key on site.
Q: What is a transponder chip key? Why is it important to know if I had a chip key?
A: A transponder key is a key that has a security chip in it and because of this will need to be programmed to launch the motor vehicle.
A lot of makes and models, from the year 2000 are equipped with an electronic chip key for additional security. The chip is generally found within the cover at the top of the key and therefore most of the times you will not be able to view it.
On the other hand, if you make an attempt to start the car, you will not be able to except if the key was programmed prior.
This is a security component that blocks theft by simply reproducing the key. Hence, an automotive locksmith or the dealer would need to program the key for it to start the car.
In addition, keys that are bought online will have to be programmed to the car’s computer and for most keys, only a locksmith for cars or the dealer can do that.
Q: Can I program the key fob remote for my Honda CR-V without needing a locksmith?
A: Yes and No. Depending on the year make and model of your Honda CR-V. Here you can find free remote programming instructions.
