Some models yes, and some models no. Depends.
the dealer. this key has a chip in it that is read by the ews (immobilizer). a key made at the local locksmith will not start your car.
Most locksmiths can cut and program a key to this car. The price for the key at Keylessride.com is $29.99. Sometimes they can refer a locksmith to you in your area. Yes there is a chip in the key.
Yes there is. You can take it to a good locksmith or to the dealer
Now that we have mentioned the residential locksmith services and car locksmith services, you know the job each does. The obvious difference is that a car locksmith fixes locking systems for vehicles whereas a residential locksmith fixes doors. Other than traditional key unlocking, a car locksmith will be an expert in electronics and microchips required for car key fob reprogramming. Similarly, a door locksmith will be skilled in smart lock installation and its services.
If the key for the Pontiac has a security chip in it as well, simply wait about fifteen minutes without doing anything and then your car should start. If the key does not have a security chip you may have to remove the battery to reset the system.
Yes every F-150 since 1999 has a transponder "chip" in the key. You can get replacements or extras from a locksmith or your local dealer.
No, but your car dealer can get a new key by the VIN Number.
The 2000 Ford Taurus does contain a transponder chip inside the key. The replacement can be programed by a locksmith or dealer service department.
In today's world the method above is slightly outdated. The real answer is; it truly depends on what car you have. If you have a newer model (2005 or higher) you may need a professional locksmith to program the chip to the new car key. If you have an older model you will need a locksmith to look up your key code to make you a new car key. You can call your automobile dealership but they will charge you 5X the amount than anyone or anywhere else. If you have a push start, that can be tricky. BMW, Mercedes and luxury cars may have proprietary car keys so you will need to check with a professional to get an exact answer.
The cost of doing this would be more time consuming and more expensive than going to a locksmith or a dealer and getting a key with a chip.
It's not anything you can do yourself. Any Toyota dealer or well equipped locksmith shop can "flash" the chip in the key.
Car replacement keys are available from the dealership from which you purchased your car. Buying a replacement key for your car can be very expensive if your car requires a key that has a computer inside for locking and unlocking the car doors.