2018 Jeep Compass
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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 route, not the only route. A 2004 TJ owner who lost the only key had the Jeep towed to a dealership to get new keys made. A Wrangler owner on a beach paid hundreds for a tow over Memorial Day weekend. An Outer Banks visitor paid $945 just for the tow before the locksmith could even start the key. We bring professional Stellantis programming equipment to your location and handle the security access, key generation, and programming right at your vehicle. No tow, no dealer appointment, no multi-week wait.

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

A locksmith described a Jeep AKL job as taking 45 minutes to an hour and a half including setup, security access, cutting, and programming. Another locksmith reported making $350 on a car key AKL job in less than 30 minutes with proper tools. Newer Jeeps with the secured gateway add some complexity, but with professional equipment the programming itself completes in minutes once access is established. Compare that to the dealer where special ordering, towing, and appointment scheduling stretch across days or weeks.

Q: What battery does the 2018 Jeep Compass key fob use?

The 2018 Jeep Compass 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. Pro tip: once you have your new key, pick up a spare battery and keep it in your glove box. A dead fob battery on a Jeep can trigger key fob not detected warnings and leave you stranded if you do not have a backup plan.

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

Yes, and we strongly recommend it. During an all-keys-lost procedure, the security system erases all previously stored key IDs. Only the keys present during programming get registered. One commenter noted that additional keys during the same visit are only about $50 each versus hundreds for a separate visit later. They also warned to make sure old keys are deleted during the process so any lost or stolen keys can no longer start the vehicle. Get both keys done in a single visit.

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Reviews are easy to fake. I see it in this industry constantly. Five stars, generic name, "great service." No mention of the vehicle, the key type, or where the job happened. My reviews read different because they come from real jobs.

A food blogger parked at the brunch spot near Stow Grove Park found me through my reviews. She had a 2018 Jeep Compass that needed a spare key and she said she specifically chose me because one review described a Jeep Grand Cherokee job in detail. The reviewer mentioned the Fobik, the parking lot, and the turnaround time. That specificity is what convinced her.

I used my VVDI2 to clone her existing transponder and build a fresh fob. Her Fobik, FCC ID M3N-40821302, was a 5-button remote. I cut the blade, tested every button, tested the start three times, and confirmed range from across the lot.

Her key cost about 254. Dealer charges 436. She posted a review that evening describing the brunch lot, her Jeep, and the turnaround time. My 113,000 YouTube subscribers and 62,000 TikTok followers are watching the same real work.

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Mark F.

Feb 2024

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“Needed a spare car key made and chose EZ Car Keyz based on their reviews. The reviews were right. They gave me the best price, responded quickly to all my questions, came to my workplace, cut the keys on site, and finished fast.”

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Edelson E.

Oct 2025

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“I got locked out of my vehicle and also lost my key. Marco came out, made a new key for my Toyota, and got me back on the road. He was professional, friendly, and clearly knows what he is doing.”

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Christopher H.

Sep 2025

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“He arrived within 30 minutes and had everything finished in another 30 minutes for two cars. Everything was programmed and tested perfectly. Cheapest price in town and very honest service.”

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Jeep Compass Emergency Key Replacement FAQ

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

Yes. All-keys-lost is one of the more complex calls on Jeep vehicles because newer models use a secured gateway that blocks generic tools and requires professional grade equipment to access. We gain security access, erase any old keys from the system, and program new ones so the lost keys no longer start the car. A locksmith described doing a Jeep AKL job in 45 minutes to an hour and a half including setup. Dealers will tell you to tow the car in and wait days or weeks. We come to you and handle the entire job on site.

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

How long does an all-keys-lost replacement take?▼

What battery does the 2018 Jeep Compass key fob use?▼

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

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