# Duplicate car keys

> Tell the shop that you want a spare and whether the existing key starts the car, unlocks the doors and operates the remote functions.

Source: https://bayplazakeys.com/duplicate-car-keys/

Tell the shop that you want a spare and whether the existing key starts the car, unlocks the doors and operates the remote functions.

An extra car key starts with the working key you already have. Tell Bay Plaza Keys the vehicle year, make and model and whether you need a simple spare, a remote-equipped key or another type of vehicle key. The team will confirm the key and work that fit your particular vehicle.

Mention whether the original opens every relevant lock and starts the vehicle reliably. A worn, damaged or intermittent key is important context for a duplication request. If different keys operate the door and ignition, explain that before the quote so the requested result is clear.

Ask whether the vehicle, the original key and other working keys should come to the shop. Confirm whether the price includes the key, cutting and any required programming, and ask how the duplicate will be checked. If no working key remains, use the lost-car-key service instead; that gives staff the right starting point for discussing replacement.

## Before arranging this service

Ask whether the vehicle, the original key and other working keys should come to the shop.

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