ALOA Automotive Locksmithing

Question 1

What is a transponder key in automotive locksmithing?

Accepted Answer

A key with an embedded microchip that communicates with the vehicle's immobilizer system to allow the engine to start

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A key that transmits a radio signal to unlock doors remotely

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A key cut by code from the vehicle's VIN

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A key with a laser-cut blade

Question 2

Which tool is used by automotive locksmiths to open a vehicle door without a key by sliding between the window and weather stripping?

Accepted Answer

Slim Jim or long reach tool

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Pick gun

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Bump key

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Plug spinner

Question 3

What does 'key cutting by code' mean in automotive locksmithing?

Accepted Answer

Using the vehicle's factory key code (obtained via VIN) to cut a new key to the correct bitting without disassembling the lock

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Picking the ignition to determine bitting

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Cutting a key by tracing an existing key

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Programming a transponder chip

Question 4

What is a 'laser cut' (sidewinder) automotive key?

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A key with the bitting cut into the center of the blade in a winding pattern, requiring a specialized laser cutter

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A key cut by a laser engraver for security marking

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A key with an RFID chip inside the blade

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A key cut to maximum depth for bumping

Question 5

In automotive locksmithing, what does 'all keys lost' (AKL) describe?

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A situation where no working keys exist for the vehicle, requiring programming of new transponder keys from scratch

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A vehicle with a broken ignition cylinder

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A car with a faulty immobilizer module

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A vehicle that needs its door locks re-keyed

Question 6

Which automotive service involves re-pinning or replacing all lock cylinders in a vehicle so they operate with a new key?

Accepted Answer

Re-keying or rekeying the vehicle

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Key cutting by code

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Transponder programming

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Ignition repair