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Key Fob Replacement in Moorpark, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile key fob replacement and programming in Moorpark, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We come to your car, replace remote fobs and smart keys, and program them on site. Call (323) 997-8867 to talk with a real locksmith.

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Losing a key fob in Moorpark rarely happens at a convenient moment. It might slip out of a pocket at Arroyo Vista Community Park, get left on a counter before a commute down SR-23, or finally die after years of daily use. Dealerships can replace fobs, but that usually means getting the car to them, and if you have lost every key, a car that won't start can't go anywhere. That is where a mobile locksmith helps.

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, led by owner and lead tech David Shar. We are fully mobile. There is no storefront to visit, so everything happens where your vehicle is parked: in your driveway in Peach Hill, in a lot near Moorpark College, or at the Moorpark Metrolink Station after a long day.

A key fob can be a simple remote with lock and unlock buttons, a transponder key with a remote built in, or a proximity key that lets the car start with the fob in your pocket. Each type is replaced and programmed differently, and the details depend on make, model, and year. We will explain what your vehicle needs before any work begins, so you know what to expect.

How it works in Moorpark

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    Call and describe the situation

    Call (323) 997-8867 any hour and tell us the make, model, and year, and whether you have one working key, a dead fob, or nothing at all. That helps us work out which fob type your vehicle uses and what equipment the job needs.

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    We come to your vehicle

    Because we are fully mobile, we travel to wherever the car is in Moorpark, whether that is a driveway in Mountain Meadows, a curb along High Street, or a parking area off Tierra Rejada Rd. You do not have to tow or move it.

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    Verify ownership

    Before making a key for any vehicle, we ask for proof that it is yours, typically photo ID along with registration or other documentation. This protects you, and it is a standard part of responsible automotive locksmith work.

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    Identify and prepare the replacement fob

    We confirm the correct fob type for your vehicle, then cut the emergency key blade if one is needed and prepare the remote or smart key for programming. If your car is locked, we deal with that first without damaging the door or paint.

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    Program and pair with the vehicle

    We pair the new fob to your car's immobilizer and remote system using professional programming equipment. Where applicable, we also make sure existing working fobs still function, or remove a lost one from the system so it cannot be used.

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    Test everything before we finish

    We test the lock and unlock buttons, trunk or hatch release, remote start if equipped, and push-button ignition or turn-key starting. You leave with a fob that has been tried in front of you.

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What affects the price

  • Fob type: a basic remote, a transponder key with remote, and a proximity smart key involve different parts and programming steps.
  • Make, model, and year: some manufacturers have more involved security systems than others, which changes the work required.
  • Whether you have a working key: adding a spare is often simpler than starting from zero when every key is lost.
  • Emergency blade cutting or key cutting needs: some fobs include a physical key that has to be cut and fitted.
  • Time of day and location: after-hours or late-night calls and travel to more remote areas can affect the total.
  • Parts sourcing: whether an OEM or quality aftermarket fob is appropriate for your vehicle and your preferences.

Why Moorpark chooses us

  • Fully mobile since 1987: the work happens at your vehicle, so a car that will not start does not need to be towed first.
  • Owner-led: David Shar is the owner and lead tech, and the business has long experience across Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County.
  • Open 24/7: a lost fob at night or on a weekend can be handled without waiting for a dealership's hours.
  • Clear explanations: we tell you what your fob type requires before starting, rather than surprising you partway through.
  • Ownership verification: we check documentation before making keys, which keeps your vehicle protected.
  • Broader lock knowledge: our experience with homes, farms, and older buildings means we understand the whole picture if your keys were lost along with house keys.

Key Fob Replacement across Moorpark

Moorpark is a commuter-friendly city, and its vehicles reflect it. Residents of Peach Hill, Mountain Meadows, and Campus Park typically park in driveways and garages at suburban homes, so a lost fob usually means being stuck at home or at work in 93021. We come to you there, whether you are near Spring Rd or Princeton Ave, and program the replacement without a trip to a dealership.

Fob problems come up around town in other ways too. Students and staff at Moorpark College and America's Teaching Zoo park for long stretches, and a dead fob battery or a misplaced key can strand someone far from home. Commuters who leave their cars at the Moorpark Metrolink Station sometimes return to find a fob has failed. Visitors to the High Street Arts Center in Old Town Moorpark, and families heading to Underwood Family Farms off Los Angeles Ave (SR-118), can run into the same trouble.

We also serve the 93020 area and the ranch and farm properties around the edge of the city, where work trucks and utility vehicles often carry fobs that take a beating. Because we handle residential, commercial, and property locks as well, we can help if a lost key ring included more than just the car fob. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will come to you anywhere in Moorpark.

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Key Fob Replacement in Moorpark — FAQs

Can you replace a key fob if I've lost all my keys?
In many cases, yes. We can often create and program a new fob on site even when no working key remains, after verifying ownership. Call (323) 997-8867 with your make, model, and year and we will explain what is involved for your vehicle.
Do I need to tow my car to a dealership in Moorpark?
Usually not. We are fully mobile, so we come to your car wherever it is parked in Moorpark and handle the replacement and programming there, which avoids a tow in most situations.
What is the difference between a remote fob and a smart key?
A remote fob has buttons for locking and unlocking and may be paired with a separate transponder key. A smart or proximity key lets the car unlock and start without the key leaving your pocket. Both need to be programmed to the vehicle, but the process differs.
What do you need from me before making a new fob?
We ask for proof that you own the vehicle, typically photo ID and registration or similar documentation. This is a standard security step and protects you from someone else obtaining a key to your car.
Will my old lost fob still work after you program a new one?
Where the vehicle's system allows it, we can remove a lost fob from the car's memory so it no longer operates the vehicle. Ask us about this when you call (323) 997-8867, since it depends on the vehicle.
Can you help outside normal business hours?
Yes. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are stuck at night or on a weekend in Moorpark, call (323) 997-8867 and we will help.
My fob works only sometimes. Do I need a new one?
Not always. A weak battery is a common cause, and worn buttons or internal damage can also be to blame. We can check whether a battery change is enough or whether replacement makes more sense.
Can you make a spare fob before I lose the only one?
Yes, and it is often the simpler path. Having a working key makes duplicating and programming a spare easier than starting from scratch, and it saves trouble down the road.
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Reviewed by David Shar — Owner & Lead Technician

Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles & Ventura County since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-12.

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