2016 Honda CR-Z
No-Wait Key Service in Ventura County

Q: How do I know you are not a scam locksmith?

Ask for a license number, a written estimate, and the company name before they roll. Scam locksmiths quote low on the phone and then inflate the price in your driveway. One Honda owner described a locksmith quoting 80 to 120 by phone and then trying to more than double the price once on site. We give you a firm price on the phone for your specific Honda model, show up in a branded vehicle, and the price does not change.

Q: Will the replacement key work exactly like the original?

Yes. We program both the transponder chip for engine start authorization and the remote functions for lock, unlock, and any other buttons your 2016 Honda CR-Z has. We test everything before we leave: engine start, remote lock, remote unlock, and any other functions. Honda service documentation warns that improperly programmed keys can cause BCM failures. We use Honda-safe programming procedures and verify every function on the spot.

Q: What battery does the 2016 Honda CR-Z key fob use?

The 2016 Honda CR-Z uses a CR2032 battery. You can pick one up 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 Honda fob is acting sluggish or losing range, a new battery is the first thing to try before assuming the key needs to be replaced.

Q: What happens if something goes wrong after you leave?

We warranty our work. If the key we made has any issue under normal use, we come back and fix it or replace it. Honda dealers can actually deny warranty claims on key-related work if they decide an aftermarket fob or third-party tool caused a problem, and their warranty booklet spells that out. Honda owners on forums report being told repairs are customer pay because a non-dealer tool was used. With us, if we made the key and something goes wrong, we take care of it.

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2016 Honda CR-Z Smart key Replacement - Fast, Affordable & Professional

The dealer timeline for a 2016 Honda CR-Z key replacement is measured in days. You call, they check the schedule, and the earliest opening might be two or three business days out. Then you tow the car in, they order the key blank if they don't stock it, and you wait. Some dealers quote 3 to 5 business days from first call to keys in hand.

A college student at a storage unit facility in Ventura called the dealer on a Monday. His CR-Z needed a new key and they told him Thursday. He was loading his stuff for a move and had a U-Haul reserved for Wednesday. Three days without his car meant missing the move window entirely, and he couldn't push it back.

I was at the storage facility that same Monday afternoon. I connected my Smart Pro and ran the Honda key programming sequence through the immobilizer security handshake. His fob, FCC ID ACJ932HK1310A, was a 4-button key that I cut, programmed, and tested on-site. Lock, unlock, start, all confirmed working before I packed up.

Monday call, Monday fix. His total was around 95. The dealer quoted 200 plus the tow. Same-day service isn't a bonus feature. For a college student mid-move with a truck reserved, it's the only thing that makes sense.

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Guillermo C.

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“I called EZ Car Keyz to unlock my truck, make a key, and sync a new key fob. They were at my location within minutes and handled everything fast and friendly. Prices were great and the service was excellent.”

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Jun 2025

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“A friend lost my Lexus key and he was able to program and cut a brand new one within 20 minutes. Arrived within about 40 minutes and was friendly, efficient, and quick.”

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Feb 2024

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“Marco came out quickly, cut and programmed a new BMW key fob fast, and was extremely polite and professional.”

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Are you licensed and insured to work on Honda vehicles?▼

Yes. EZ Car Keyz is licensed by the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services, which is the state agency that regulates locksmiths. We carry full liability insurance and are NASTF Vehicle Security Professional certified, which means we have passed the background checks and credentialing required to access key code and immobilizer data for Honda and other manufacturers. You can verify our license anytime.

How do I know you are not a scam locksmith?▼

Will the replacement key work exactly like the original?▼

What battery does the 2016 Honda CR-Z key fob use?▼

What happens if something goes wrong after you leave?▼

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