On Oct 25, 8:24*am, "Robert Green" wrote:
A question for the locksmiths he

Would a locksmith be able to get me started if I somehow lost the RF chipped
key that starts my car? *This is a 2002 Chrysler minivan with a device in
the steering column called an "immobilser" (and spelled that way, too) that
will turn the starter but not engage the engine unless the chipped key is
near the steering column. *Do they have the tools to re-create that kind of
key on-site or what? *I know locksmiths can duplicate the key, but they have
the original to start with.

I want to figure out if it's worth buying and hiding a spare key for inside
the van somewhere (far enough away not to activate the immobilizer).

TIA,

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Bobby G.

If you are concerned get a spare now and hide it in your car. I think
the only place you can get them is from the dealer.You can get a key
made that doesnt have the chip that can open the door almost anywhere.
If you dont have the no chip spare a locksmith can still pick the door
locks fairly easily to get you in the car. The chip has to be very
close to the lock for it to work.

Jimmie