2008 Kia Optima
Key Replacement - Save vs Dealer in San Diego
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Whether you lost your only key, it was stolen, or it just stopped working, we handle it. No existing key needed. Our technicians program new keys directly to your vehicle's computer.
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2008 Kia Optima
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2008 Kia Optima Remote Replacement - Fast, Affordable & Professional
There is a stretch of auto service shops off Convoy Street in Kearny Mesa where fleet guys run tight schedules and hate downtime. A dispatcher for a small oil change operation called me about two company cars, both 2008 Kia Optimas, both with flip remotes that had seen better days. One key was literally wrapped in electrical tape to hold the housing together. The blade on the other was so loose it would fold back in while the guy was trying to get it into the ignition.
He had already called the dealer. The quote he got back sent him looking for a different answer.
I pulled up to his lot in the afternoon. Both cars were right there, keys on the counter. I opened each fob and checked the circuit boards and the transponder chips. Both read clean. The electronics were fine. The problem was entirely the plastic housing and the pivot hardware taking years of pocket abuse.
I transferred the boards into fresh housings, verified each transponder was still communicating correctly with its car, and cut replacement blades to match each vehicle. Tested all four buttons on each fob, verified remote lock and unlock on both, and confirmed the engine started and stayed running.
He had two working keys in about an hour. His total for both was still less than the dealer wanted for one. He just nodded and went back to his clipboard.
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“A+ service at an even better price. Tim was a lifesaver. I lost my original and only key for my Audi and he was willing to come to my location at 8pm the same day. He worked fast, communicated clearly, and made sure everything worked before leaving.”
“I called over 40 locksmiths trying to get a key made for my Audi A6 and nobody could do it. Tim made it easy, fast, and affordable. He showed up with a smile and got the job done without any stress. Absolute wizard with keys.”
“My Chevy key snapped while I was running errands in North Oxnard. He removed the broken piece from the ignition, cut a new blade, programmed the transponder, and tested everything thoroughly. The whole job was smooth and professional. Best automotive locksmith I have used.”
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