2000 Chevrolet Express
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Q: Do I need to tow my car to the dealer if I have no keys?

No. That is the dealer solution, not the only solution. One Chevy owner was told by the dealer to tow the car in and pay 600 per fob. Multiple commenters immediately said to call a locksmith instead. A Chevy owner in a separate thread described a locksmith who came to their driveway, hooked up the car, and programmed the key right there for way less than the dealer. We come to wherever the vehicle is sitting and handle the entire AKL process on site.

Q: How long does an all-keys-lost replacement take?

On older GM Passlock and PK3 systems, the security relearn requires three 10-minute ignition cycles, totaling about 30 minutes of mandatory wait time plus cutting and setup. On newer 2021-plus smart key platforms like Suburban and Silverado, the security access phase includes a 12-minute timer before key learning begins. A Yukon owner doing a full relearn said it took about 33 minutes with 10 minutes between each step. Total on-site time for most Chevy AKL runs 30 to 60 minutes.

Q: What battery does the 2000 Chevrolet Express key fob use?

The 2000 Chevrolet Express uses a CR2032 battery. You can find them at most auto parts stores or pharmacies for a few dollars. When we make a replacement key, we always install a fresh battery so you are starting with a full charge. If your Chevy fob is acting inconsistent after a battery swap, the key may need to be re-adapted to the vehicle, which is a quick procedure we can handle on site.

Q: Can you make a spare at the same time so I have two keys?

Yes, and on newer GM systems you actually have to. When you run an all-keys-lost reset on a 2021-plus Chevrolet smart key system, the vehicle requires at least two keys to be programmed during the session. A locksmith on Reddit confirmed that Ford and Chevy both require two keys when you erase everything. That means getting two keys at once is not just cheaper per key, it is required by the system. We always recommend two keys regardless of the platform to avoid another AKL situation.

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On most 2007-2016 Chevys with a transponder key, adding a spare takes about 10-15 minutes if you already have one working key. Lose all your keys and we need to run a 30-minute security relearn, which is why a spare now saves you real time and money later.

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The OEM versus aftermarket question on 2000 Chevrolet Express keys deserves a direct answer. OEM Chevy keys come from GM's supplier with the bowtie logo on the housing and a significant brand markup. Aftermarket keys use the same blade profile, same ID46 chip spec, same button layout, and same circuit board design. The functional difference in daily use is zero if the aftermarket blank is quality sourced.

A customer visiting relatives in Oxnard for the holidays asked me straight whether his spare would be "as good as dealer." He had a 2000 Chevrolet Express and wanted a key he could trust daily, not just an emergency backup sitting in a drawer. Fair question, and it deserves an honest answer.

I carry aftermarket blanks that I've tested across hundreds of GM jobs. The blade is the same B106 profile cut on my machine. The transponder chip is the correct ID46 generation. His smart fob, FCC ID , was a -button proximity key. The aftermarket housing I used has the same button feel, same weight, same snap fit. The difference is no bowtie logo and roughly $150 less in his pocket.

His total was 95 for a quality aftermarket key. Dealer charges 200 for the OEM version. Where aftermarket goes wrong is when a locksmith buys the cheapest blanks available. I test every batch before it goes in the van. If a batch has brittle shells or inconsistent chips, I return it.

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I lost all my Chevrolet keys. Can you still make a new one?▼

Yes. All-keys-lost is one of the most common calls we get on Chevrolets. On older Passlock and PK3 systems, we run the standard GM 30-minute security relearn with three 10-minute ignition cycles. On newer 2021-plus smart key platforms, we use CAN-FD adapters and obtain ECM and BCM security codes to run a 12-minute guided AKL procedure. GM requires at least two smart keys to be programmed during an AKL reset on newer systems. We handle the entire process on site, no tow needed.

Do I need to tow my car to the dealer if I have no keys?▼

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