Auto Keys
Chrysler Key Replacement, Key Fob Programming & Smart Key Service
From Y160 transponder keys and Y164 FOBIK fob-keys to push-to-start proximity fobs on the Pacifica, we cut and program Chrysler keys at your location across Palm Beach County.
Chrysler keys follow the Chrysler group systems, from early Y160 transponder keys and the Y164 FOBIK fob-integrated key that you slide into a dash slot and twist, to the push-to-start proximity fobs used on the Pacifica and Voyager. Each style needs a different blank, chip, and programming path, so identifying the year and ignition type correctly is the first step on any Chrysler key job.
Our mobile techs carry the blanks, cutters, and programming tools for the Chrysler models most common in Palm Beach County, including the 300, Pacifica, and Town & Country. Whether you have lost every key or just want a spare, we confirm whether your Chrysler is a FOBIK or a true push-to-start before we cut, and we tell you the price before we start.
Chrysler models we service
Chrysler key types by generation
Chrysler keys changed significantly from one era to the next. The right blank, chip, and programming path depend on the year, trim, and ignition type, which is why we ask for the details before selecting a key.
Mid 2000s: Y160 transponder keys
Early 300 and related models used a Y160 transponder key with the Sentry Key (SKIM/SKREEM) immobilizer. The chip in the key has to be recognized by the immobilizer before the engine will start, so a blade that fits the lock is not enough on its own.
2008 to 2018: Y164 FOBIK fob-integrated keys
The 300, Town & Country, and related models moved to the FOBIK system (commonly FCC IYZ-C01C), where the fob slides into a dash slot and twists like a key. The transponder lives inside the fob, so a fob that fits the slot still will not start the car unless it is programmed to the immobilizer.
2017 to present: Pacifica and Voyager smart fobs
The current Pacifica and the Voyager use push-to-start proximity smart fobs with a hidden emergency blade. Replacing a lost proximity fob requires programming to the vehicle, and we confirm the exact fob from your original or the VIN before ordering.
Chrysler key data by model
Verified blank, chip, and FCC references are marked accordingly. Where a value depends on trim, button count, or production date, confirm it from the original key, a VIN lookup, or a supplier catalog before cutting or ordering.
Data is drawn from professional locksmith key references. It is a starting point for identification, not a guarantee for your specific vehicle.
Chrysler 300 Key Replacement
The 300 spans early Y160 transponder keys and the long-running Y164 FOBIK fob-key, so the year and trim determine the fob and the emergency blade.
| Year range | Key type | Ilco / keyway | Chip / system | FCC / OEM | Programming | Emergency / service key | Source confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005-2007 | Transponder key (Sentry Key immobilizer) | Y160 keyway; confirm from the original key or VIN | Sentry Key transponder; confirm by VIN | Confirm FCC from the original fob or VIN | OBD or onboard programming | Bladed key cut to lock | Confirm with original fob |
| 2008-2010 (FOBIK) | FOBIK fob-integrated key (insert and twist) | Y164 emergency blade | Transponder built into FOBIK fob | FOBIK era; confirm FCC from the original fob or VIN | OBD programming | Y164 emergency insert | Confirm with original fob |
| 2011-2018 (FOBIK) | FOBIK fob-integrated key (insert and twist) | Y164 emergency blade | Transponder built into FOBIK fob | FCC IYZ-C01C | OBD programming; all-keys-lost may need extended access | Y164 emergency insert | Verified from source data |
| 2019-2023 | FOBIK fob-integrated key (insert and twist) | Y164 emergency blade | Transponder built into fob | Confirm FCC from the original fob or VIN | OBD programming | Y164 emergency insert | Needs VIN confirmation |
- •The 300 uses an insert-and-twist FOBIK across most of its modern run rather than a push-button start; tell us how you start the car so we bring the right key.
Chrysler Pacifica Key Replacement
The current Pacifica is a push-to-start minivan that uses a proximity smart fob, so the year and whether it is a plug-in hybrid trim are worth confirming before we order.
| Year range | Key type | Ilco / keyway | Chip / system | FCC / OEM | Programming | Emergency / service key | Source confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-2025 | Smart key (proximity, push-to-start) | Emergency blade inside fob | Smart-key immobilizer | Confirm FCC from the original fob or VIN | Proximity programming; all-keys-lost may need extended access | Emergency insert | Needs VIN confirmation |
- •The Pacifica Hybrid and the gas Pacifica can carry different fob configurations; have the original fob handy so we match it.
- •The older Pacifica from the mid 2000s is a different platform; tell us the year so we do not confuse it with the current minivan.
Chrysler Town & Country Key Replacement
The Town & Country minivan used the FOBIK fob-integrated key across its modern run, so confirming the year and trim tells us the fob and blade.
| Year range | Key type | Ilco / keyway | Chip / system | FCC / OEM | Programming | Emergency / service key | Source confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-2010 (FOBIK) | FOBIK fob-integrated key (insert and twist) | Y164 emergency blade | Transponder built into FOBIK fob | FOBIK era; confirm FCC from the original fob or VIN | OBD programming | Y164 emergency insert | Confirm with original fob |
| 2011-2016 (FOBIK) | FOBIK fob-integrated key (insert and twist) | Y164 emergency blade | Transponder built into FOBIK fob | FCC IYZ-C01C | OBD programming; all-keys-lost may need extended access | Y164 emergency insert | Verified from source data |
- •The Town & Country was replaced by the Pacifica for the 2017 model year; if your minivan is a 2017 or newer, see the Pacifica section instead.
Chrysler 200 Key Replacement
The 200 changed key systems across its two generations, so the year decides whether it uses a FOBIK-style key or a different setup, and the trim can change the fob.
| Year range | Key type | Ilco / keyway | Chip / system | FCC / OEM | Programming | Emergency / service key | Source confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-2014 | Key type varies by trim (FOBIK or transponder) | Confirm keyway from the original key or VIN | Confirm by VIN | Confirm FCC from the original fob or VIN | OBD programming | Emergency insert where equipped | Varies by trim |
| 2015-2017 | Key type varies by trim (bladed transponder or proximity) | Confirm keyway from the original key or VIN | Confirm by VIN | Confirm FCC from the original fob or VIN | OBD or proximity programming by trim | Emergency insert on proximity trims | Varies by trim |
- •The second-generation 200 split between a bladed key you turn and a push-to-start proximity fob by trim; tell us how you start the car so we bring the right key.
Chrysler Voyager Key Replacement
The current Voyager is a fleet-oriented sibling of the Pacifica and uses a push-to-start proximity fob, so the year and configuration are worth confirming before we order.
| Year range | Key type | Ilco / keyway | Chip / system | FCC / OEM | Programming | Emergency / service key | Source confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2025 | Smart key (proximity, push-to-start) | Emergency blade inside fob | Smart-key immobilizer | Confirm FCC from the original fob or VIN | Proximity programming; all-keys-lost may need extended access | Emergency insert | Needs VIN confirmation |
- •Voyager work is often fleet work; having the VIN list and proof of ownership ready speeds up lost-key jobs across multiple vans.
Common Chrysler key problems
- •FOBIK fobs that no longer turn in the dash slot or start the car after years of daily use.
- •Lost or water-damaged smart fobs after a day at the beach or on the boat.
- •All-keys-lost situations on newer models that need extended security access and more time.
- •Buttons that stop responding on a FOBIK while the car still starts.
- •Confusion between FOBIK insert-and-twist cars and true push-to-start Pacifica and Voyager minivans.
Chrysler programming notes
- •Adding a spare to a car that already has a working key is faster and cheaper than an all-keys-lost job.
- •FOBIK and push-to-start systems are not interchangeable, so we confirm the system before we order or program.
- •Smart fobs are programmed to one specific vehicle and cannot be moved to another Chrysler.
- •Many Chrysler group vehicles need extended security access for all-keys-lost programming, which adds time.
What to have ready before service
Sending these details when you call (561) 839-9919 lets us bring the right blank and programming tools on the first trip so your Chrysler job is done in one visit.
Real Chrysler locksmith scenarios
These are the Chrysler situations we actually get called for in Palm Beach County, with the technician's read on each one: what is happening, whether a mobile locksmith can solve it, and what the job typically involves. They are educational examples, not testimonials.
FOBIK will not turn in the dash slot on a 300
On a 300 or Town & Country, the fob slides into the ignition slot but will not twist to start the car.
Likely causes
- •A worn FOBIK or a worn slot mechanism after years of daily use.
- •Steering lock binding against the ignition.
- •A failed FOBIK that the car no longer recognizes.
Programming
Required if a new FOBIK is supplied
Ignition repair
Sometimes required if the slot is worn
Key replacement
If the FOBIK has failed
Complexity
Moderate
Common repair options
- •Supply and program a new FOBIK if the original has failed.
- •Service the ignition slot if the mechanism is binding.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. We diagnose whether it is the fob or the ignition slot and repair or replace the failed part.
Security light on, engine cranks but will not start
The engine turns over but never catches, and the security or immobilizer light stays lit on the dash.
Likely causes
- •The transponder in the key or FOBIK is not being read by the Sentry Key immobilizer.
- •A failed chip or a key that was never fully programmed.
Programming
Usually required
Ignition repair
Only if the slot or reader is also faulty
Key replacement
Often
Complexity
Moderate
Common repair options
- •Reprogram the existing key or FOBIK if the chip is intact.
- •Program a new key or FOBIK if the chip has failed.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. We confirm whether the key is being read and reprogram or replace it so the immobilizer recognizes it.
Lost all keys on a 300 or Town & Country
Every fob is gone and there is no working FOBIK to copy from.
Likely causes
- •All fobs lost or stolen.
- •Only one fob ever existed and it failed.
Programming
Required
Ignition repair
Not required unless the slot is damaged
Key replacement
Required
Complexity
Moderate to advanced
Common repair options
- •Program a new FOBIK from scratch and cut the Y164 emergency blade.
- •Add a spare at the same visit so you are not stranded again.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. We generate and program a new FOBIK from the vehicle, though all-keys-lost work on newer Chryslers needs extended security access and takes longer.
Dead FOBIK battery
The remote buttons stopped working and the car is slow to recognize the fob in the slot.
Likely causes
- •Exhausted coin battery inside the FOBIK.
- •A swollen battery pushing on the fob contacts.
Programming
Not required for a battery
Ignition repair
Not required
Key replacement
Not required unless the fob is also failing
Complexity
Routine
Common repair options
- •Replace the coin battery and retest the fob.
- •Program a replacement FOBIK only if the fob itself has failed.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. We replace the battery and confirm the fob reads correctly afterward.
Water-damaged Pacifica smart fob after a day on the water
The Pacifica smart fob got wet at the beach or on the boat and now works intermittently or not at all.
Likely causes
- •Salt water or moisture corroding the fob board.
- •A swollen or shorted fob battery.
Programming
Required for the replacement
Ignition repair
Not required
Key replacement
Usually required
Complexity
Routine to moderate
Common repair options
- •Program a new proximity fob and cut the emergency blade.
- •Keep a dry spare for boating and beach days.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. A corroded smart fob is usually replaced and programmed rather than repaired.
Cracked FOBIK shell or broken emergency blade
The car still starts, but the FOBIK shell has cracked or the Y164 emergency blade has snapped.
Likely causes
- •A worn shell after years of pocket and keyring wear.
- •A dropped fob or a bent emergency blade.
Programming
Only if a new fob is supplied
Ignition repair
Not required
Key replacement
Shell swap or full fob
Complexity
Routine
Common repair options
- •Rehouse the existing electronics in a new FOBIK shell.
- •Cut a new Y164 emergency blade to code.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. We can move the working electronics into a new shell or supply and program a fresh fob.
Push-to-start Pacifica shows no key detected
A push-to-start Pacifica or Voyager shows a no key detected message even with the fob in the cabin.
Likely causes
- •Dead or weak fob battery.
- •A failed or water-damaged proximity fob.
- •All fobs lost so none can be detected.
Programming
Required for a new fob
Ignition repair
Not required
Key replacement
If the fob has failed
Complexity
Routine to moderate
Common repair options
- •Replace the fob battery and retest.
- •Program a new proximity fob and cut the emergency blade.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. We test the fob, replace the battery, or program a new proximity fob if it has failed.
Used Chrysler bought with only one key
You bought a used 300, Pacifica, or Town & Country and it came with a single working key.
Likely causes
- •The spare was never handed over at purchase.
- •A lost spare that was never replaced.
Programming
Required to pair the spare
Ignition repair
Not required
Key replacement
Adding a spare
Complexity
Routine
Common repair options
- •Program a duplicate FOBIK or proximity fob from the working one.
- •Store the spare somewhere safe and off the keyring.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. Adding a spare while you still have a working key is the fastest and cheapest key job there is.
Worn FOBIK that starts intermittently
The car sometimes will not start until you reseat or wiggle the fob in the slot.
Likely causes
- •Worn fob contacts or a worn slot.
- •A weak or failing transponder chip.
Programming
Required for a new fob
Ignition repair
Only if the slot is also worn
Key replacement
Recommended
Complexity
Routine to moderate
Common repair options
- •Program a new FOBIK rather than nursing a failing one.
- •Service the ignition slot if it is also worn.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. We test the fob and slot and program a fresh fob so starting is reliable again.
FOBIK or push-to-start confusion on a used Chrysler
You are unsure whether your Chrysler is a FOBIK or a true push-to-start, and you need the right key ordered.
Likely causes
- •FOBIK and push-to-start both appear across the Chrysler lineup.
- •A used vehicle where the original key is missing.
Programming
Required once the correct key is identified
Ignition repair
Not required
Key replacement
Depends on the system
Complexity
Routine to moderate
Common repair options
- •Confirm FOBIK versus push-to-start before ordering any key.
- •Program the matching key once the system is confirmed.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. We confirm the system from the dash slot, the start method, and the VIN before we order or program.
Remote buttons dead but the car still starts
Lock and unlock from the fob stopped responding, though the FOBIK still starts the car in the slot.
Likely causes
- •A dead fob battery.
- •Worn buttons or a cracked fob board.
Programming
Only if a new fob is supplied
Ignition repair
Not required
Key replacement
If the fob board has failed
Complexity
Routine
Common repair options
- •Replace the fob battery first.
- •Program a new fob if the board is damaged.
Can a locksmith help? Yes. We replace the battery or supply and program a new fob.
Chrysler Key & Fob FAQs
Can you make a Chrysler key if I lost all of them?
Yes. We generate and program a new key or fob from your vehicle, though all-keys-lost jobs on newer Chryslers can take longer because of the added security access required.
What is a FOBIK and does my Chrysler have one?
A FOBIK is a fob-integrated key that you slide into a dash slot and twist to start the car. If yours inserts and turns rather than pressing a button, it is a FOBIK (FCC IYZ-C01C era).
Do you program Pacifica smart fobs?
Yes. We supply and program push-to-start proximity fobs for the Pacifica and Voyager and cut the emergency blade inside. We confirm the exact fob by VIN first.
Is my Chrysler a FOBIK or push-to-start?
Both exist across these years. If you insert and twist a fob it is a FOBIK; if you press a button to start it is push-to-start. Tell us which so we bring the right key.
What does it cost to replace a Chrysler key?
It depends on the year and whether it is a transponder key, a FOBIK, or a proximity fob. We give you an up-front price over the phone before we head out.
Can you cut a spare Chrysler key from my working one?
Yes, and a spare made while you still have a working key is the cheapest key you will ever buy. We cut and program it on the spot.
Do you work on Chrysler vehicles at my home or workplace?
Yes. We are fully mobile and come to your home, workplace, or wherever the vehicle is parked in Palm Beach County.
My Chrysler key turns but won't start. What's wrong?
The transponder talks to the Sentry Key immobilizer. If the key fits but the engine cranks without starting or shows a security light, the chip may have failed and the key needs reprogramming or replacement.
Is the 2017 and newer Pacifica different from the old one?
Yes. The current Pacifica is a push-to-start minivan with a proximity fob, while the mid-2000s Pacifica was a different platform. Tell us the year so we bring the right key.
What information do you need to make a Chrysler key?
The year, model, VIN, whether it is a FOBIK or push-to-start, and proof you own the vehicle. A photo of your existing key or fob helps us match it.
Other makes we cut & program keys for
Understand your Chrysler key before you call
Plain-English guides from our locksmiths on how Chrysler keys, fobs, and immobilizers actually work, so you know what you are dealing with.
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