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Key Fob Replacement in Port Hueneme, California

Crenshaw Lock Company provides mobile key fob replacement and programming in Port Hueneme, California, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We come to your car, whether you're at the beach or near the base. Call (323) 997-8867 to describe your vehicle and get started.

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A key fob is easy to take for granted until it disappears. In Port Hueneme, it can disappear in a lot of ways: a pocket at Hueneme Beach Park, a bag left near the pier, a fob that took a swim in the surf, or a battery that finally gave out after years of salty air. Whatever happened, you need a working key, and you probably cannot drive anywhere to get one.

That is where a fully mobile service helps. Crenshaw Lock Company has served Greater Los Angeles and Ventura County since 1987, and we do not run a storefront. Our technician drives to you, in a driveway in Surfside, a parking space in Bubbling Springs, or a curb near Downtown, and replaces and programs the fob on site, so the car never has to be towed.

We handle both traditional remote-head keys and smart or proximity keys that let you start the car with a push of a button. Each type works differently, and what is needed depends on the make, model, and year. We will talk through your situation by phone first so you know what to expect before anyone drives out.

How it works in Port Hueneme

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    Call and describe the vehicle

    Call (323) 997-8867 any time of day or night. Tell us the make, model, and year, where the car is parked, and whether you still have any working key. That helps us plan the right fob and equipment for the job.

  2. 2

    Confirm ownership

    Before we cut or program anything, we ask you to show that the vehicle is yours, typically with ID and registration or similar paperwork. It protects you as the owner, and it is a normal part of responsible automotive locksmith work.

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    Come to your location

    Our technician travels to you in Port Hueneme. Since we are mobile only, the work happens where the car is sitting, whether that is a residential street near the base, a condo garage, or a lot near the beach.

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    Prepare the new fob or key

    Depending on the vehicle, this can include cutting a key blade, preparing a transponder chip, and matching the fob to your car. Smart keys usually need no blade cut for ignition but still require careful programming.

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    Program and pair with the vehicle

    We connect to the car's system and register the new fob so it locks, unlocks, and starts the vehicle. If your old fob is lost, we can often remove it from the car's memory so it no longer works.

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    Test everything before we leave

    We try every function with you watching: lock, unlock, trunk or hatch if equipped, panic button, and starting the engine. We also check the battery and explain how to care for it, especially in salty coastal air.

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What affects the price

  • Vehicle make, model, and year, since some brands use more complex security systems than others
  • Type of key: a basic remote-head key, a flip key, or a smart/proximity fob each involve different parts and programming
  • Whether you have a working key to copy or all keys are lost, which changes the programming approach
  • Whether the fob needs a cut blade as well as electronic programming
  • Time of day and your exact location, because we operate around the clock and travel to you
  • Number of fobs needed, including spares and removal of lost fobs from the car's memory

Why Port Hueneme chooses us

  • Fully mobile service: we come to your car in Port Hueneme, with no shop trip and no tow needed
  • In business since 1987, so owner David Shar and the team have decades of hands-on locksmith experience
  • Available 24/7, including nights and weekends, for when a fob goes missing at the worst moment
  • We explain the process and cost factors before work starts, so there are no surprises
  • Experience with salt-air wear: we know corroded fobs, cracked cases, and failed batteries are common in beach communities
  • We verify ownership before programming, which protects you and your vehicle

Key Fob Replacement across Port Hueneme

Port Hueneme is a compact coastal city, and its geography shapes how fob problems happen. In Surfside, near the beachfront condominiums, salt air and moisture can wear down fob cases, buttons, and batteries over time. In Bubbling Springs and the streets near Hueneme Beach and Downtown, we often meet drivers who realize a fob is gone after a day at Hueneme Beach Park and Pier or a walk out to the Port Hueneme Lighthouse.

We serve all of Port Hueneme, including ZIP codes 93041, 93043, and 93044. Whether you are off Surfside Dr, along Port Hueneme Rd or Ventura Rd, or parked near Channel Islands Blvd and Hueneme Rd, the technician comes to you. Many people here have ties to Naval Base Ventura County, and we understand that work and duty schedules do not always match business hours, which is why we are available around the clock.

If you are visiting the U.S. Navy Seabee Museum, working near the Port of Hueneme, or commuting along SR-1 and PCH, a lost or dead fob does not need to ruin the day. Call (323) 997-8867 and we will work out the right fix for your vehicle.

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Key Fob Replacement in Port Hueneme — FAQs

Can you replace a key fob if I lost all my keys in Port Hueneme?
In many cases, yes. All-keys-lost situations are more involved than copying an existing key, but we can often program a new fob on site. Call (323) 997-8867 with your vehicle details and we will explain what is possible.
Do I need to tow my car to you?
No. We are fully mobile, so we come to your vehicle anywhere in Port Hueneme, including Surfside, Bubbling Springs, and Downtown. There is no storefront to visit.
Is it cheaper than going to the dealer?
Cost depends on your vehicle and the type of fob, so we will not promise a comparison. A mobile locksmith can save you the tow and the trip, and we explain the factors involved before starting. Call (323) 997-8867 to discuss your car.
Can you program smart or push-button start keys?
We work on many smart and proximity keys as well as standard remote-head keys. Compatibility varies by make, model, and year, so tell us your vehicle when you call.
What if my fob just stopped working?
Often the cause is a dead battery, which is common in humid coastal air. If a new battery does not fix it, the fob may need reprogramming or replacement. We can check on site.
Will my old lost fob still work after you program a new one?
On many vehicles we can erase lost fobs from the car's memory during programming so they no longer operate it. This is worth asking about if your fob was lost at a public place like the beach or pier.
Do you need proof that the car is mine?
Yes. We ask for ID and proof of ownership, such as registration, before programming a fob. It is a standard safeguard for car owners.
Are you available at night or on weekends?
Yes, we are available 24/7. If you are stranded late at night or on a weekend, call (323) 997-8867.
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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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