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What do auto locksmith services include?
When you book an auto locksmith through Airtasker, you can expect to work with someone who can help you with matters related to your car keys and locks. So before you panic over locking your keys in the boot, a broken key fob, or a key that’s stuck in the ignition, request a nearby car key locksmith through our platform.
The following is a list of what you can typically expect an auto locksmith to cover:
Unlocking a car without the keys
If you’ve accidentally locked your keys in your car or misplaced them, a Tasker will use a variety of methods to open your car without damaging it. These include using a slim jim, wedges, Japanese Tool, or Auto Buster.
If the keys are in the trunk, getting your keys back may be as simple as using the manual boot release or techniques that can temporarily override your trunk’s security (at least, long enough for you to get the keys).
Key duplication or replacement
A local auto locksmith usually offers these services as well. When you request key duplication, they’ll use an existing key (preferably the original) and cut a duplicate. If you’re using a transponder key or smart key, this step may be followed by a bit of programming. These keys are designed to “respond” to the technology in your car.
As for the key replacement, this may take a bit longer, depending on the type of car and car key you have.
Fob replacement & transponder programming
Have you accidentally damaged your key fob or transponder key? Want to replace it to prevent unauthorized access? An auto locksmith can help. When you request key fob replacement through our platform, the car key locksmith will typically replace the fob, remove existing fobs from the car’s computer, and program your new fob so that it is the only one that your vehicle will respond to.
Transponder programming is similar in the sense that your auto locksmith will do a bit of programming after cutting the new key. You can also request the Tasker to disable all existing transponder keys so that only the new key will work.
Extracting snapped keys
Suppose your car key gets stuck in a lock or snaps off unexpectedly while in the ignition switch; an auto locksmith can help. They may use special extraction tools and lubricant to retrieve the broken key. After this, you can request a new key or even ask the locksmith to fox the wonky lock or ignition.
Ignition repair
If your keys open the doors but won’t start the vehicle, it may be time to consult an auto locksmith. They may replace the ignition lock, the ignition lock cylinder, or the ignition switch. Or, you can opt to have them rekey your ignition, which can be easier than replacing the entire ignition cylinder (or using a separate key for your doors or starting your car).
If these fixes still don’t work, consider contacting a mobile mechanic or car service specialist near you.
Recent Auto Locksmith tasks in South Adelaide
Car key cut and reprogrammed
$250
Reynella SA, Australia
17th Mar 2024
The car key is damaged and needs replacing and reprogramming.
Car locked out
$80
Panorama SA, Australia
31st Oct 2023
Daihatsu sirion 2004 , vertical lock - Due date: Before Wednesday, 1 November 2023
Car key lost peugeot 2005 model
$200
Trott Park SA 5158, Australia
26th Jan 2023
Lost my key peugeot 2005 year model 307
Replacement of 2 locks - front door and back door/ shed / and carport
$250
Morphett Vale SA, Australia
22nd Jan 2023
Moved into previously tenanted property. Feel like I need to change some locks as a result. Dead locks front and back door. Shed locked and now wont open with key. Car port door doesn't seem to have a key. Possible screen door as well. - Due date: Flexible
Car key cutting
$450
Morphett Vale SA, Australia
24th Apr 2022
Need someone to come out to Morphett vale and cut a key for my VY and my foes escape
2nd fix carpentry/ Door latch install
$75
Hove SA 5048, Australia
26th Jun 2021
Door jams and latch to be installed on western cedar internal door
Carporch into main entrance
$1,000
Park Holme, South Australia, Australia
15th Jun 2021
to turn current carporch to main entrance
I need auto locksmith
$250
Aldinga Beach SA, Australia
27th Apr 2021
Lost ve ss ute keys and need replacement keys supplied + cut and programmed to car
I need auto locksmith
$100
Edwardstown SA, Australia
23rd Mar 2021
The ignition barrel broke. Have taken it out but there's a bit stuck in there. Just need that taken out so we can put the new one in
Automotive locksmith
$50
Pasadena SA, Australia
17th Mar 2021
Key locked in boot on Marion Road. 2008 Toyota Camry. Looking for a locksmith able to help out.
I need auto locksmith
$300
Glenelg North SA 5045, Australia
25th Feb 2021
2005 toyota echo 2 door. 2 button keyfob with transponder. buttons never worked and manual key open now not working. either on drivers drivers side or passenger doors barrels may need replacing. door actuators (at least drivers side) may need replacing. But hard to know. two new keys with transponders would be good.
Need A Carpenter
$75
Glenelg SA, Australia
2nd Nov 2020
Hi, I need a carpenter or lock smith to install a door handle on a front door and put a few posters up.
I need auto locksmith
$250
Aldinga Beach SA 5173, Australia
15th Mar 2020
Spare keys for chrysler neon 200 and holden barina 2006 TK. I have keys just beed spares.