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How a Locksmith Can Make a Mazda Replacement Key

It can be difficult to get your car keys if you lose or break them. Luckily, professional auto locksmiths can help.

Key cloning is one method to make a spare key for your vehicle. But it's not ideal if you want your car to be safe from theft.

Key Replacement

If you've lost, or damaged your Mazda car keys, a locksmith will make a new one for you in a short amount of time. If your keys have an embedded transponder chip the locksmith will also reprogram the computer to block the old key from working so that you won't be able to start your car with it. This is much less expensive than bringing the vehicle to a dealer.

The majority of modern cars have an exclusive key that contains an immobiliser built-in. This prevents theft. This kind of key is a little more expensive than a standard key but it is very difficult to steal because the car has to be physically altered in order for the chip to stop. It's also a lot harder to get into the vehicle without a key fob, as it requires the owner to push an icon on the dash board or the steering wheel to unlock the doors.

The locksmiths at Pick Me Locksmith have the equipment to cut and program new replacement keys for all late Mazda models. To prevent older models like the Mazda 121, 323 and 626 from operating, the ECU will need to be removed by a dealer and programmed. Locksmiths can provide a spare key that has been programmed at a lower cost than it would cost for the dealership to do.

Transponder Keys

If your car was manufactured within the last 25 years, the chances that it has transponder keys to unlock the engine and start it. Created as an effective anti-theft system than traditional metal keys, transponder keys have computer chips inside their key heads made of plastic that communicates with the computer in your vehicle in order to turn off the ignition.

Transponder keys can also be used to control home security as well as remote door openers like garage and gate doors. These devices are less likely to be used since criminals can program them using the unique serial. They are not foolproof. Criminals have learned ways to hack these systems, so the use of a transponder keys does not guarantee your safety.

While many people assume that the Mazda dealer is the only place to obtain a replacement for a stolen or lost transponder key, you could get one made by professional locksmiths. It's more difficult than cutting a new key from metal and requires an experienced locksmith who knows how to program the chip in the key so that it can be connected to the computer in your car.

Keyless Entry Remotes

A Mazda key fob is a tiny remote that emits an electronic code which is then validated by the car's computers to allow entry and begin the engine. This technology is designed to prevent thieves from hacking into the system with a device called a "code grabber" which reads the unique code that the key fob emits. Smart keys are available as an option or part of the tech bundle on higher trim levels. They are costly to replace and require you to visit a dealer to replace and re-programme them.

Some locksmiths can program a new key for you. However, you might be charged more than the dealership. You can also look into an aftermarket replacement for your Mazda key fob, which is cheaper than buying a new one from a dealer, however it will not be as reliable.

To open a Mazda Key Fob, take off the keys made of metal and use a screwdriver with a taped flathead on either side to pull the case apart. After you have removed the two covers, you can remove the battery from the key fob. Then, you can install the new battery and replace the cover. You should also write down the code stamped on the metal plate attached to the Mazda key replacement and keep it safe in case you need to replace it again.

Key Fobs

Modern-day car keys and fobs do more than just unlock and start a car. They also come with a host of additional features that make life easier, like the ability to open your windows or summon the car using just one button. They also serve as a substantial deterrent against theft. However G28CarKeys makes them expensive to replace in the event that you lose one or break it. The days of cutting your keys by the local locksmith are gone, and buying the new key from a dealer could cost hundreds of dollars.





Certain key fobs have a an embedded security chip that communicates with the car's electronics to verify the owner's permission to start and enter the vehicle. They are also known as smart keys and are more costly than traditional metal keys that have transponders built in. Dealership quotes for replacing smart keys can range from $200 to $500.

If the battery inside the case of your Mazda key fob dies or is damaged, you can replace it yourself with a button cell battery that you can buy from a big-box retailer or hardware store. The owner's manual will detail how to open the case of your fob and you can find step-bystep instructions on YouTube as well. Be cautious not to open the case too much or break the internal components.