Question 1

Can you replace a push-to-start car key?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Falcon Locksmith programs push-to-start proximity smart keys on-site across Denver Metro for many Toyota, Honda, Ford, Chevrolet, Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, and VW vehicles. Coverage depends on the year, model, and immobilizer platform, which I check from your VIN.

Question 2

How much does a push-to-start key cost?

Accepted Answer

Service call starts at $49; push-to-start keys cost more than basic transponder keys because the hardware, electronics, and programming procedure are all more complex. Every job is quoted before we begin.

Question 3

Can you make a push-to-start key without the original?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We originate push-to-start keys through the immobilizer when all keys are lost. No original required, no tow to the dealership.

Question 4

Why won't my push-to-start button work?

Accepted Answer

Common causes: dead 12V battery (starves the KEYLESS system), dead fob battery, worn fob antenna, or a failed brake-switch or steering-lock module. We diagnose on-site so you replace the actual failing component, not a random guess.

Question 5

Does the fob need to be inside the car to start?

Accepted Answer

The fob only needs to be near the interior antennas — usually inside the cabin. If the fob antenna is weakening you may need to hold it against the start button to crank the engine; that's a sign to replace the fob battery or the fob itself.

Question 6

How do I start my car if the fob battery dies?

Accepted Answer

Most push-to-start vehicles let you press the fob directly against the start button to use its passive chip. Manufacturer-specific procedures vary; check your owner's manual, or call us and we'll walk you through it for your make and model.

Question 7

Can you program aftermarket push-to-start fobs?

Accepted Answer

Yes for most vehicles. OEM-quality aftermarket smart keys work on many mainstream push-to-start vehicles at real cost savings. A handful of late-model European models reject aftermarket electronics — we confirm before ordering.

Question 8

How long does push-to-start key programming take?

Accepted Answer

Duplicate: 30–60 minutes on-site. All-keys-lost origination: 60–120 minutes on most vehicles, longer for late-model European models.

Question 9

Do you replace push-to-start keys for luxury vehicles?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Porsche, Land Rover, Jaguar, and more. These need specialized programming equipment that most locksmiths don't own; Falcon does.

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