Spare Car Keys: an overview
Many vehicles on the road have only one working key. If that key is lost, getting back on the road is usually more involved than making a spare while a working key is still available. A spare key is a sensible precaution.
Problems we can help with
- Only one working key
- Bought a used car with a single key
- Family members sharing one key
- Want a backup before travelling
What we do
Bring your vehicle and your working key. We identify the key type, supply a suitable key, cut the blade and program it to your vehicle, then test both keys.
Our process
- 1
Vehicle inspection
We look at the vehicle with you and note the symptoms or damage.
- 2
Key & system check
We confirm your key type and what your vehicle requires.
- 3
Estimate
You receive an itemised estimate on your phone.
- 4
Customer approval
Nothing starts until you approve — online, in one tap.
- 5
Key made & programmed
The key is supplied, cut where needed and programmed.
- 6
Quality check
Every key is tested with the vehicle before handover.
Why choose Lionized Autocare
We explain what we find in plain language, send an itemised estimate before any work, and give you a private link to follow progress and approve the job from your phone. Every job is recorded in your vehicle's service history.
- Itemised estimate before any work
- Online approval — no surprises
- Progress updates on your status page
- Every job recorded in your service history
Spare Car Keys: frequently asked questions
Is a spare key the same as a key copy?
For older keys without a chip, a cut copy may be enough. Most modern keys also need programming to the car, so the spare is a fully working key rather than just a copy of the blade.
Do I need to bring the car?
For most modern keys, yes — programming is done with the vehicle.
Spare Car Keys: helpful advice
Spare Car Keys for drivers in Kikuyu, Nairobi and Waiyaki Way.
