folks

I need another key for my 07 G. My wife loves to lose car keys. Is there a cheaper way then going to the dealer and getting a replacement key that is OEM or close to it?

 

you can buy keys online for cheap. problem is only the dealer can program it.

no way around that.

 

what is the going rate for programming a key?

 

depends on the locksmith. . programming can run from 35 to 60 . . . not sure how much from the dealer

 

I just got a key cut and fob programmed last week for a second key that was provided by the dealer. The bill for labor alone for the key cutting and fob programming was @ $185.

 

the cheapest way is find somebody who own same G.. beat the shi.t out of them, take the key and run Forest run...

 

do you know if other anyone besides the dealer can program the key fob?

 

are you talking about the transponder key or the key fob
key fob ( unlock / lock doors, open truck ): this can be programmed by you, do a search for key fob and you should find the instructions on how to do it. . . its pretty easy
transponder key ( used to start the car): this must be programmed by the dealer or a locksmith.

Option 3: Inteli - key
this can be programmed by the dealer or a locksmith, assuming the locksmith has the correct equipment

 

locksmiths carry compatible keys with transponders and can cut/program them for you.

 

^^ that is very area dependent then. I called all the locksmiths around me and everyone said you had to go to the dealer.

 

guess our locksmiths are better.

 

if anyone needs help in the Chicagoland area shoot me a pm

 

key fobs are easy to program just look in the DIY