Average cost to program a key fob?

[Kmiller]

I stopped by the local dodge/Chrysler dealer today and asked them what they would charge to program my key fob. They said between 75.00 & 100.00. I don't have a working key fob, I don't know if that makes a difference or not but damn. I will keep using my key to unlock the door for that price.
Can any repair shop program them even of there is no working remote?

I think they are giving it to me for that price.




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[MyOhFive]

No I'm pretty sure you need a Starscan to do it. Thats dealer only for a factory fob.

 

[Kmiller]

Would that be only a Chrysler dealer or could a chevy or ford dealer do it? I'm really limited where i live. Only one of each. If I want to try another it's at least 70 miles.


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[Harley Harrold]

Would that be only a Chrysler dealer or could a chevy or ford dealer do it? I'm really limited where i live. Only one of each. If I want to try another it's at least 70 miles.


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You can get them programed at most locksmith shops.

 

[MyOhFive]

You can get them programed at most locksmith shops.

A fob? or a Sentry key..?

 

[Harley Harrold]

A fob? or a Sentry key..?

Sentry Key for sure, not sure about just a fob.

 

[indybp57]

Check this out:

Key Fob Remote Programming Instructions: 2005 Dodge Ram Key Fob Remote Programming Instructions

Never mind I just saw you need a working remote.

 

[Kmiller]

Just wondering if a good auto repair shop can do it.


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[07MegaCabRam]

This is a dealer item only.

I was told that it would be $50 to program one.

There is a weak soldier joint that is on the left side of the round battery clip. If you have the ability to soldier, you might be able to fix a non working unit.

Once I got it to the dealer, the dealer said no worries as it took only 2 seconds for them to do it.

 

[jei3us]

I love my keyless entry and if I lost mine id shell out the cash for a replacement. A couple months ago I misplaced my keys. Called up a locksmith guy was charging $80 to program a new fob but it wasn't gonna be an OEM fob. If the dealer says $75-100 that sounds about right. Programming key fobs doesn't come cheap.

 

[07MegaCabRam]

Also,

Make sure to discard the key or keep for emergency entry to the vehicle only key as if you try to start the vehicle with a fob that isn't programmed, it will disable the system and could keep you from driving the car for a period of time, even if you go get a key that is programmed.

 

[Kmiller]

Thanks for the replies. I'm gonna leave it as is for the time being. The area I live in I never lock the truck. I may lock the truck 1-2 times a month. Nothing in my truck to take. If they do maybe they will take the stock radio that the CD player don't even work.


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