GM Car Key Replacement in Windsor
Lost Your GM Car Keys? Professional Key Cutting and Programming at Your Location
Windsor's GM Key Specialists · Est. 1989 · Dealer-Level SPS2 Programming · PEPS Smart Fob Experts · 350+ GM Key Blanks In Stock
From 2026 Chevrolet Silverado PEPS smart fobs (YG0G21TB2) to classic B111 transponder keys – cut and programmed at your Windsor driveway, parking lot, or roadside.
Trusted by Windsor Drivers 200+ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Google Reviews
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✓2021 Chevy Equinox – OEM Insert Blade ReplacedLaSalle ·
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✓2025 Cadillac Escalade – Lost Key Replaced Same-DayAmherstburg ·
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✓2022 Buick Encore – Proximity Key Programmed On-SiteTecumseh · Last week
Why Windsor Trusts Us for GM Key Replacement
Your Complete GM Key Replacement Checklist
Before calling for GM car key replacement in Windsor, gather this information so the mobile automotive locksmith can give you an instant quote and arrive prepared with the right GM smart fobs, transponder key blanks, and SPS2 immobilizer programming equipment for your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac.
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⚠️ GM Safety First
Are you in a safe place? Need immediate car key replacement service or prefer to book an appointment? Canadian Locksmiths serve Windsor and Essex County Monday–Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM with mobile automotive key generation at your location.
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🔑 Know Your GM Vehicle
Year, Make, Model, Trim (if known). Is it Push-to-Start (proximity smart key fob) or Metal Key Ignition (transponder chip key)? This determines which key blank, cutting method, and programming protocol the technician uses for your car key replacement.
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🔍 Assess Your GM Key Situation
All keys lost or still have one working? Any spare at home (even if dead)? Stolen, not just lost? Canadian Locksmiths perform stolen key deletion and immobilizer re-flashing to ensure old keys won't start your vehicle.
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📍 Confirm Your GM Location
Exact address where vehicle is parked. Driveway, parking lot, underground, or gated? Any access issues? The Canadian Locksmiths mobile car key replacement van covers all of Windsor, Tecumseh, LaSalle, Amherstburg, and Essex County.
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📞 Contact Canadian Locksmiths for GM Key Service
Call or text (519) 979-1270. Canadian Locksmiths will confirm vehicle details, quote your automotive key replacement cost, and schedule your on-site service.
What Canadian Locksmiths Offer – GM Car Key Services in Windsor
Canadian Locksmiths provides nine GM car key services across Windsor and Essex County: PEPS smart fob programming via SPS2, Chevrolet and GMC flip remote replacement, Cadillac proximity key duplication, Buick transponder cutting, key extraction, and ECU/BCM reprogramming using J2534 OEM pass-through equipment.
Canadian Locksmiths handles GM automotive key generation, PassLock and OnStar immobilizer key learning, and PEPS proximity smart fob programming through GM TIS2Web and Techline Connect with SPS2. The technician synchronizes Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra HYQ1EA and YG0G21TB2 fobs, duplicates Cadillac Escalade HYQ1AA smart keys, and replaces Buick Encore flip remotes on-site. Coverage spans the legacy GM electrical architecture and the 2019+ Global B architecture (Silverado T1XX, Tahoe and Yukon 2021+, Cadillac CT4 and CT5, current GM EVs), which requires Techline Connect with SPS2 plus authorized session tokens. The mobile van stocks GM key blanks, OEM-equivalent fobs, and B111 transponder chips across Windsor and Essex County.
GM Lost Key Replacement
All GM keys lost? Canadian Locksmiths performs complete Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac all-keys-lost recovery at your location using J2534 OEM pass-through equipment with SPS2 interface. The technician deletes stolen key codes from the BCM, generates new HYQ1EA or YG0G21TB2 PEPS smart fobs, cuts HU100 blades by VIN decode, and programs fresh credentials. Covers 1999–2026 Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac models.
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GM Spare Keys & Remotes
Add a spare GM key before you lose the original. Canadian Locksmiths programs PEPS proximity fobs (HYQ1EA, HYQ1ES, HYQ1AA, YG0G21TB2) for push-to-start Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Cadillac Escalade, and Buick Enclave using SPS2 diagnostic software. On-board programming is available when two working master keys are present, otherwise SPS2 handles the pairing.
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GM Key Programming
GM PEPS smart fob programming via SPS2 for 2024–2026 YG0G21TB2-equipped Chevrolet and GMC vehicles, HYQ1EA/HYQ1ES proximity sync for 2015–2023 models, OHT01060512 flip remote pairing for Equinox and Terrain, and B111/B102 transponder chip registration for pre-2017 GM vehicles. The J2534 OEM pass-through equipment supports every GM immobilizer generation from PK3 through current PEPS.
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GM Key Extraction
Broken GM key removal from Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra ignition cylinders, Cadillac door locks, and Buick trunk mechanisms without drilling or disassembly. Canadian Locksmiths extracts B111, B102, and HU100 blade fragments using precision pin tools, then cuts a replacement key on-site by VIN decode. Includes new key programming via J2534 OEM pass-through equipment.
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GM Precision Key Cutting
On-site GM key cutting using factory HU100 and B111 specifications for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac models from 1999 to 2026. Canadian Locksmiths cuts high-security HU100 laser-track blades for PEPS smart fobs and standard B111/B102 transponder blanks using electronic code machines calibrated to GM tolerances. Every cut is tested against your vehicle cylinder before programming.
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GM Fix Keys & Locks
GM key and lock repair including worn Chevrolet Silverado ignition wafer replacement, GMC Sierra ignition rebuild, Cadillac door lock re-key, and Buick trunk cylinder repair. Canadian Locksmiths also repairs damaged B111 transponder key heads, replaces cracked OHT01060512 flip remote shells, and re-cases HYQ1EA smart fob housings. All repairs include electronic re-testing via diagnostic scan.
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GM Flip Key Replacement
Complete GM flip remote replacement for OHT01060512 and OHT05918179 fobs used in Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Chevrolet Cruze, Buick Encore, and Chevrolet Malibu (2010–2024). These remotes are prone to cracked button membranes from normal wear. Canadian Locksmiths supplies new OEM-equivalent housings, cuts the HU100 blade, and programs via the diagnostic platform.
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GM Mobile Service
Canadian Locksmiths dispatches Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm to any location in Windsor and Essex County with a complete GM key replacement workshop. The team mobile van carries B111 and HU100 key blanks, OHT01060512 flip remote housings, HYQ1EA and YG0G21TB2 PEPS smart fobs, our key programming system with active SPS2 subscription, and VVDI Key Tool Plus backup unit. No towing required.
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GM ECU/BCM Programming
GM ECU and BCM reprogramming for Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Cadillac Escalade, and all GM platforms requiring module-level security authorization. Canadian Locksmiths performs BCM replacement programming, theft deterrent relearn procedures, and immobilizer system resets using SPS2 diagnostic software through the aftermarket key programmer interface. Required on 2015+ PEPS vehicles after a BCM swap.
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GM Key Replacement Certifications & Reviews – Since 1989
Over 35 years of professional automotive key replacement in Windsor and Essex County. The certifications, industry memberships, and 200+ verified reviews prove Canadian Locksmiths is the most trusted car key replacement service in the region.
Only CAA Approved automotive locksmith in Windsor and Essex County that cuts and programs car keys.
GM Key Replacement Reviews – Windsor & Essex County
Verified reviews from Windsor GM owners who saved hundreds on Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac key replacement compared to dealer pricing at Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC and Gus Revenberg Chevrolet Buick GMC. Real local drivers, real GM key replacement stories, real savings - read their experiences below.
"2024 Chevy Silverado stranded with no working key. Mobile tech rolled up to Windsor, used PK3+ transponder system to program a new flip remote key. Done in 35 minutes."
"Booked Canadian Locksmiths after the dealer quoted multiple days. Tech was at the 2024 Cadillac Escalade in under 75 minutes. Key works perfectly."
"2022 Chevy Equinox stranded with no working key. Mobile tech rolled up to Windsor, used SPS2 programming interface to program a new flip remote key. Done in 25 minutes."
GM Key Replacement Pricing in Windsor
GM car key replacement in Windsor spans basic Chevrolet and Buick B111 spare transponder keys through all-keys-lost Cadillac Escalade and GMC Sierra smart key recovery with BCM reprogramming and theft deterrent reset. See the pricing table below or call (519) 979-1270 for an exact quote.
GM car key replacement pricing rises from basic Chevrolet and Buick B111 spare transponder keys, to high-security GM blanks, to Cadillac and GMC proximity smart fobs across the GM platform. The table below lists each tier by service.
GM key replacement prices may vary by specific Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac model year, trim level, and key type requirements. For a precise GM key quote: 519-979-1270
How GM Key Replacement Works in Windsor
Most GM car key replacements take 30 to 60 minutes on-site. The bonded, certified, and insured mobile technician arrives with Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac key blanks, flip remote housings, PEPS smart fobs (HYQ1EA, YG0G21TB2), and dealer-grade SPS2 programming equipment.
GM car key replacement typically takes 30–60 minutes on-site. The mobile bonded, certified, and insured technician handles GM key cutting, programming, and testing across Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac before leaving the location.
GM Year and Model
Contact Canadian Locksmiths with the details of your GM vehicle - share whether it's a Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac, the exact year and model (such as 2023 Silverado, 2021 Terrain, or 2020 Escalade), whether it's push-to-start or traditional transponder key, what issue you are having (all keys lost, broken flip remote, spare needed), and where it is located in Windsor or Essex County so the technician can quote and schedule the on-site dispatch.
Run GM Dealer-Grade Diagnostics
The technician dispatches Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm to your GM vehicle’s location – home, office, parking lot, or roadside – anywhere in Windsor and Essex County for GM car key replacement Windsor. The Canadian Locksmiths mobile unit carries a stocked inventory of GM key blanks, flip remote shells, smart fob assemblies, and dealer-level diagnostic laptops pre-loaded with GM SPS2 and Tech 2 software. Before leaving, the technician verifies your GM vehicle’s SPS2 subscription status for the specific model year – some 2022+ models require an active session token that must be confirmed before dispatch.
Cut the GM Blade
The technician precision cuts your new GM key blade on-site using VIN decode data or direct lock reading from your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac ignition cylinder. GM standard blades, high-security Cadillac sidewinder profiles, and flip remote insert blades are all cut on the mobile key machine to factory tolerances - every cut is verified for smooth ignition barrel and door lock operation before the technician moves to programming. If the lock cylinder shows wear from years of use, the technician pulls the original bitting data from GM’s VIN database rather than reading the worn lock directly – this ensures an exact-fit blade on the first cut.
Program & Register GM Key
Using dealer-grade GM diagnostics connected to your vehicle BCM, the technician programs the PEPS proximity smart fob (HYQ1EA, HYQ1ES, HYQ1AA, or YG0G21TB2), synchronizes remote lock/unlock buttons, pairs the transponder chip, and registers the new key to your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac immobilizer and theft deterrent system. For all-keys-lost situations, the technician first clears all previously registered key codes before programming fresh.
Test All GM Functions
Verify all GM key functions before leaving your location: remote lock/unlock from multiple distances, proximity keyless entry detection, push-to-start ignition, trunk and liftgate release, panic button activation, remote start (where equipped on Chevrolet and GMC models), and backup blade insertion and manual start on your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac. Canadian Locksmiths do not leave until every function works perfectly.
After service: All GM keys are fully tested on-site at your location before the technician leaves. Every Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac key replacement includes the 90-day warranty on materials against manufacturer defects.
90-Day Service Warranty
Backed by a local company since 1989 and Made in Windsor.
Car Key Programming Warranty - 90 Day Coverage
Complete coverage on all materials Canadian Locksmiths supply - if anything material our team provided fails within 90 days, our team replace it on-site in Windsor during regular business hours at no additional cost.
Common non-warranty issues include dead battery, frozen lock, steering lock tension, faulty starter, faulty fuel pump, poor ground, aftermarket wiring and empty fuel.
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✓90-day warranty on all car key replacement materials against manufacturer defects
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✓Warranty coverage on only parts that the technician supply
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✓Replacement supplied upon inspection during regular business hours (Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 5 PM)
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✓The warranty covers the key or remote the technician supplied and programmed, not defective vehicle components
GM Car Key Replacement FAQs – Windsor
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about car key replacement pricing, timing, required documents, mobile service coverage areas, and the professional tools the technician uses to program your keys.
How much does it cost to replace a Chevrolet Silverado smart fob in Windsor?+
A Chevrolet Silverado PEPS smart fob replacement in Windsor covers 2019–2026 models through Canadian Locksmiths. The 2024–2026 Silverado uses the YG0G21TB2 fob requiring SPS2 programming, while 2019–2023 models use HYQ1EA or HYQ1ES variants. The technician connects to the Silverado BCM via SPS2, deletes lost key credentials, programs the new proximity fob, cuts the HU100 insert blade by VIN decode, and tests push-to-start ignition, keyless entry, remote start, and panic alarm. Call (519) 979-1270 for an exact model quote.
Can you program a GM key without going to the dealership in Windsor?+
Yes. Canadian Locksmiths carries the same GM SPS2 diagnostic software and programming interfaces used at Windsor dealerships. The technician programs every generation of GM key at your location. The platform connects directly to the vehicle BCM for PEPS smart fob pairing (HYQ1EA, HYQ1ES, HYQ1AA, YG0G21TB2), flip remote synchronization (OHT01060512, OHT05918179), and B111 transponder registration. For 2015+ PEPS vehicles, SPS2 authorization is mandatory, and the technician maintains an active subscription. Older GM models using PK3 or PK3+ immobilizer systems (1999–2014) program via on-board key learn when a working master key is present.
Why are the buttons on my GM flip remote mushy or not working?+
The OHT01060512 flip remote used in the Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Chevrolet Cruze, Buick Encore, and Chevrolet Malibu (2010–2024) has a documented weakness in the rubber button membrane that degrades over 3–5 years. The silicone pad loses tactile resistance as the conductive carbon contact pads wear thin, causing mushy feel and intermittent lock/unlock response. High-mileage Equinox and Terrain remotes are the most affected. Canadian Locksmiths supplies OEM-equivalent OHT01060512 shells, transfers the existing transponder chip into the new housing, cuts the internal HU100 blade by VIN decode, and verifies every button before leaving.
What does “Service Theft Deterrent System” mean on my GM dashboard?+
This warning means the GM immobilizer system has detected a key credential failure and disabled engine start. On PEPS-equipped vehicles (2015–2026 Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac), the BCM rejected the proximity fob signal. On older PK3 models, the transponder chip failed authentication. Common causes include a dead CR2032 battery in HYQ1EA or YG0G21TB2 fobs, a damaged transponder pellet in B111 keys, water ingress into OHT01060512 flip remote boards, or BCM corruption after battery disconnect. Canadian Locksmiths reads the fault code at the BCM, replaces a failed fob battery, or programs a new key and clears the theft deterrent fault. Call (519) 979-1270 for mobile diagnosis in Windsor or Essex County.
How long does it take to replace a GM car key on-site?+
Most GM car key replacements in Windsor finish in 15–45 minutes once the technician reaches your vehicle. PEPS smart fob programming via SPS2 takes 10–20 minutes. B111 transponder key cutting and programming takes 15–25 minutes. GM flip remote replacement takes 20–30 minutes. All-keys-lost recovery adds 10–15 minutes for BCM security authorization and stolen key deletion through SPS2. The 2024–2026 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra with YG0G21TB2 fobs need a longer SPS2 handshake, roughly 25–35 minutes. Older GM vehicles with PK3 systems (1999–2014) using on-board learn finish in under 15 minutes when a working master key is present.
Do I need to tow my GM vehicle to a dealer if I lost all my keys?+
No. Canadian Locksmiths provides GM all-keys-lost recovery for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac models at your location, no towing required. The technician generates new GM keys from VIN decode data and BCM-level programming. For PEPS vehicles (2015–2026), the technician connects to the BCM through the OBD-II port, runs an SPS2 security authorization session, deletes all previously programmed credentials, registers your new HYQ1EA or YG0G21TB2 fob, cuts the HU100 blade, and verifies push-to-start and keyless entry. For older PK3 models (1999–2014), the technician reads the immobilizer data, generates a new B111 or B102 transponder key, and performs the security relearn. Mobile service removes the dealer towing expense entirely.
Can I get a spare GM key made if I still have my original?+
Yes, and ordering a spare GM key while your original still works is the practical approach. GM allows on-board key programming when two working master keys are present, so a spare PEPS smart fob or B111 transponder key can often be added without SPS2. Canadian Locksmiths adds spare HYQ1EA, HYQ1ES, HYQ1AA, or YG0G21TB2 PEPS fobs, OHT01060512 or OHT05918179 flip remotes, or B111 transponder keys. On-board learn for PK3 GM vehicles (1999–2014) takes under 10 minutes with no SPS2 requirement. Newer PEPS models still need SPS2 authorization, but the process is more direct with a working fob present. A spare now avoids a full all-keys-lost recovery later.
What GM vehicles do you service in Windsor and Essex County?+
Canadian Locksmiths services Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac models from 1999 to 2026 across Windsor and Essex County, including 2024–2026 vehicles with YG0G21TB2 PEPS smart fobs. Pickups: Silverado, Sierra, Colorado, Canyon. Full-size SUVs: Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, Escalade. Crossovers: Equinox, Terrain, Traverse, Acadia, Blazer, Trax, Trailblazer, Encore, XT4, XT5, XT6. Sedans: Malibu, Impala, Cruze, Camaro, CT4, CT5, Regal. EVs: Bolt EV, Bolt EUV, Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Lyriq, Hummer EV. Vans: Express, Savana. Discontinued Hummer, Saturn, and Pontiac models are also covered. The mobile van stocks B111, B102, and HU100 blanks plus HYQ1EA, OHT01060512, and YG0G21TB2 fob housings.
How much do Windsor GM owners save choosing Canadian Locksmiths over Premier Chevrolet or Gus Revenberg?+
Windsor GM owners typically save up to 50% per key replacement by choosing Canadian Locksmiths over Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC on Howard Ave or Gus Revenberg Chevrolet Buick GMC in Kingsville. Mobile service removes towing fees, parts department markups, and multi-day scheduling delays. The savings apply across the 2024–2026 Chevrolet Silverado YG0G21TB2 PEPS fob, the Chevrolet Equinox OHT01060512 flip remote, the B111 Chevrolet Malibu transponder key, and all-keys-lost Cadillac Escalade HYQ1AA recovery. The technician uses identical SPS2 programming software and diagnostic equipment, with zero parts markup, zero towing cost, and direct mobile dispatch to your GM vehicle in Windsor.
What is the difference between a GM transponder key, flip remote, and smart fob?+
GM uses three key types across Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles. A PEPS smart fob (2015–2026) is a proximity key for push-to-start that the vehicle detects wirelessly. A flip remote (2010–2024) is a folding key with lock/unlock buttons and a physical HU100 blade. A transponder key (1999–present, B111 or B102 blade) is a metal key with an embedded security chip. PEPS fobs require SPS2 programming, flip remotes use BCM-level programming, and transponder keys use PK3 immobilizer registration. The FCC ID table in the key types section lists each generation and its FCC ID. Call (519) 979-1270 with your VIN to confirm your key type.
Why Windsor GM Owners Choose Us Over the Dealer
Windsor GM owners can save up to 50% on Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac key replacement with the mobile GM car key replacement Windsor service vs. dealer pricing at Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC or Gus Revenberg Chevrolet Buick GMC - same dealer-level SPS2 diagnostic tools, same OEM-quality smart fobs and key blanks, no towing, no waiting room, no parts department markup, and the technician comes directly to your location.
In some cases local GM owners can save up to 50% on GM key replacement compared to Windsor dealership pricing across Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles, with mobile service that arrives at the home, workplace, or roadside.
GM Models Canadian Locksmiths Service in Windsor
Browse GM vehicles the technician services in Windsor and Essex County, organized by type: trucks, SUVs, crossovers, and sedans. From 2026 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra with YG0G21TB2 PEPS fobs to Cadillac Escalade and Chevrolet Equinox, coverage spans current Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac models.
Canadian Locksmiths services GM vehicle platforms across four active brands: Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac. Coverage spans every GM immobilizer generation, from the 2024–2026 YG0G21TB2 PEPS smart fobs requiring SPS2 programming, through HYQ1EA and HYQ1ES proximity systems on 2015–2023 models, OHT05918179 and OHT01060512 flip remotes, down to classic B111 transponder platforms. Canadian Locksmiths is the only automotive locksmith in Windsor and Essex County offering SPS2 (Security Professional System 2) programming for the newest GM vehicles. The team also services defunct GM brands including Pontiac Grand Prix and G6, Oldsmobile Alero and Intrigue, Saturn Vue and Aura, and Hummer H2 and H3, many still on Windsor roads.
Pickup Trucks
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 · Silverado 2500HD · Silverado 3500HD · Colorado · GMC Sierra 1500 · Sierra 2500HD · Sierra 3500HD · Canyon
Full-Size SUVs
Chevrolet Tahoe · Suburban · GMC Yukon · Yukon XL · Cadillac Escalade · Escalade ESV
Mid-Size SUVs
Chevrolet Traverse · Blazer · GMC Acadia · GMC Envoy · Buick Enclave · Cadillac XT6
Crossovers
Chevrolet Equinox · Trailblazer · Trax · GMC Terrain · Buick Envision · Encore · Encore GX · Cadillac XT4 · XT5 · SRX
Sedans
Chevrolet Malibu · Impala · Cruze · Buick LaCrosse · Regal · Regal Sportback · Regal TourX · Verano · Allure · Lucerne · Cadillac CT4 · CT5 · CT6 · CTS · ATS · XTS · DTS
Coupes & Sports Cars
Chevrolet Camaro · Corvette · Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing · CT5-V Blackwing
Compact & Economy Cars
Chevrolet Sonic · Spark · Cobalt · Aveo · HHR · Buick Verano
Electric Vehicles
Chevrolet Bolt EV · Bolt EUV · Equinox EV · Blazer EV · Silverado EV · Volt · GMC Hummer EV · Hummer EV SUV · Cadillac Lyriq
Vans & Commercial
Chevrolet Express · City Express · GMC Savana
Discontinued GM Brands
Pontiac Grand Prix · G6 · Grand Am · G5 · G8 · Vibe · Montana SV6 · Solstice · Torrent · Oldsmobile Alero · Intrigue · Silhouette · Saturn Vue · Ion · Aura · Astra · Sky · Outlook · Hummer H2 · H3
Don't see your vehicle? Canadian Locksmiths provide car key replacement for most makes and models.
GM Key Types Canadian Locksmiths Replace in Windsor
Canadian Locksmiths replaces and programs GM key types across Windsor and Essex County: PEPS proximity smart fobs (HYQ1EA, HYQ1AA, YG0G21TB2), flip remote keys (OHT01060512, OHT05918179) for Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC, and B111 transponder keys for classic GM vehicles. The YG0G21TB2 fob requires SPS2 programming.
Transponder Keys
GM transponder keys use embedded security chips on B111 and B102 blades across Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles from 1997 to roughly 2017. A transponder pellet in the key head communicates with the vehicle immobilizer module to authorize engine start, and later models added encrypted rolling codes for stronger theft protection. These blades still appear on economy GM models and as backup inserts inside smart fobs. Canadian Locksmiths also services legacy VATS resistor keys for pre-1997 GM vehicles and programs PK3 and PK3+ immobilizer chips in under 10 minutes at your Windsor location.
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- Crank/no-start condition due to GM immobilizer transponder chip mismatch or failure
- GM theft deterrent indicator light flashing or staying solid on dashboard
- Lost, stolen, or physically damaged GM transponder chip keys (B111, B102 blade types)
- GM key turns freely but engine cranks without starting – immobilizer rejection
Remote Head & Flip Keys
GM flip remote keys with integrated lock/unlock/trunk buttons and a fold-out key blade. The OHT01060512 and OHT05918179 (FCC ID) flip remotes used on Chevrolet Equinox, Cruze, Malibu, Impala, GMC Terrain, Buick Encore, Verano, and LaCrosse are the most common GM key types the technician replaces in Windsor. These remotes are notorious for broken and cracking button pads that deteriorate with daily use - the technician replaces the entire fob unit with a brand new housing and 90-day warranty, never a shell repair.
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- GM OHT01060512 or OHT05918179 flip remote buttons cracked, mushy, or broken off entirely
- GM flip key blade worn thin, bent, or snapped off inside ignition cylinder
- Fob housing cracked and separating – GM broken button pad syndrome
- Flip blade release mechanism jammed or spring broken
Push to Start Smart Keys
GM PEPS proximity smart fobs enable keyless entry and push-button start on Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Traverse, GMC Sierra, Yukon, Acadia, Cadillac Escalade, XT5, XT4, CT5, and most 2015+ GM vehicles. The 2024–2026 models use the YG0G21TB2 fob, programmed only through SPS2. Earlier fobs map by vehicle: HYQ1AA covers Tahoe, Yukon, Escalade, and Suburban; HYQ1EA and HYQ1ES cover Silverado and Sierra; HYQ4AA covers Traverse, Enclave, and Acadia; HYQ2ES covers Cadillac XT5 and XT6. Canadian Locksmiths pairs each PEPS fob to the vehicle BCM using an active SPS2 subscription at your Windsor location.
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- GM Smart Key warning messages appearing on instrument cluster display
- "Key Not Detected" or "No Remote Detected" on GM PEPS proximity smart key system
- GM push-to-start button not responding to PEPS proximity fob – hold the fob flat against the push-button start (Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Equinox, Traverse) or against the steering column-mounted reader (Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade) to start a vehicle with a dead fob battery
- Lost, stolen, or water-damaged GM proximity smart key fobs
GM Key Fob FCC IDs · 2016–2026
Common GM fob FCC IDs seen on Windsor-area Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles. The FCC ID is printed on the fob back plate or under the battery cover - matching it identifies the exact replacement fob before the technician arrives.
GM Key Replacement Service Areas – Windsor & Essex County
Canadian Locksmiths provides mobile GM car key replacement across Windsor and Essex County. The service vehicle carries GM smart fobs (HYQ1EA, YG0G21TB2), flip remotes, B111 blanks, and the SPS2 programming platform for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac keys. Below are communities served, with response-time estimates.
Windsor Service Area
📍 Average 60 minGM Key Service in Lakeshore
📍 Average 90 minMobile Service to Essex
📍 Average 90 minKingsville Service Area
📍 Average 90 minGM Key Service in Harrow
📍 Average 90 minMobile Service to Leamington
📍 Average 90 minWhy GM Owners Trust Canadian Locksmiths
Family-owned and operated for over 35 years, Canadian Locksmiths runs Xhorse VVDI Key Tool Max Pro, Advanced Diagnostics SMART Pro, and active GM SPS2 subscription, backs every Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac key with a 90-day warranty, and works mobile across Windsor and Essex County.
Certified Bonded Insured
Canadian Locksmiths is fully bonded and insured for the protection of you and your GM vehicle. The commercial liability coverage protects your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac during the entire key cutting and programming process, on-site at your location anywhere in Windsor and Essex County.
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Family Owned Since 1989
Established in 1989, Canadian Locksmiths is a family-owned automotive locksmith business. Every GM key is cut and programmed by the owner-operated team, with 35+ years of hands-on experience spanning every GM immobilizer generation, from the first VATS resistor keys through classic transponders to today's PEPS smart fobs on Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles.
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Dealer-Level Tools
Xhorse VVDI Key Tool Max Pro and Advanced Diagnostics SMART Pro tooling covers Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac models, including SPS2 programming for 2024–2026 GM vehicles with YG0G21TB2 PEPS fobs. Canadian Locksmiths also maintains Techline Connect and GDS2 (Global Diagnostic System 2) access through a J2534 pass-through interface for factory-level GM security protocols.
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90-Day Warranty
Canadian Locksmiths is a registered Ontario business carrying full commercial liability insurance for on-site automotive locksmith work, and every GM key the technician programs is backed by the written service warranty. The business profile is verified on Google, and the 4.9-star rating across 200+ reviews reflects consistent results with Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles – check the reviews yourself before you call.
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Mobile Service
On-site GM key cutting and PEPS smart fob programming at your home, office, parking lot, or roadside location. The Canadian Locksmiths mobile van comes to your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac anywhere in Windsor and Essex County – no towing required.
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Large Inventory
Extensive inventory of Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac key blanks, including B111 and B102 transponder blades, HU100 laser-track blanks, OHT01060512 flip remote housings, and HYQ1EA, HYQ1ES, HYQ1AA, and YG0G21TB2 PEPS proximity smart fobs. Canadian Locksmiths stocks GM keys across Windsor and Essex County for models spanning 1997 to 2026.
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GM July Review, Story & Pro Tip : Customer Spotlight
2023 Chevy Equinox smart key fob replacement near Walkerville District in Windsor. On-site GM immobilizer programming with Tech2 diagnostic, no tow needed.
"Didn't even know mobile GM key service was a thing. Booked it, technician rolled up to Walkerville District a couple hours later. Cut and programmed a new smart key fob on the spot. Way less than the dealer quote. Done."
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- Nicole A., Windsor
2023 Chevy Equinox Smart Key Fob Replacement
The Job
Nicole's call came in on a Wednesday morning. The only smart key fob for the 2023 Chevy Equinox had been lost near Walkerville District in Windsor. With no spare key and the GM dealer quoting a 4-day wait, time mattered.
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The Canadian Locksmiths mobile technician arrived fully equipped for GM key programming. Using Tech2 diagnostic, the technician connected to the vehicle's immobilizer and began the key generation process.
• Cut a new GM high-security key blade on-site
• Programmed the smart key fob to the vehicle immobilizer
• Synced all remote entry and start functions
• Tested every lock, unlock, and ignition operation
Total time: 40 minutes from arrival to departure. Nicole drove away from Walkerville District with a fully programmed GM key.
Service starts at $99 - prices may vary, call (519) 979-1270 for an accurate quote.
Pro Tip: GM Smart Key Fob Care
GM vehicles use advanced encryption that requires dealer-level diagnostic equipment to program replacement keys. The Tech2 diagnostic ensures secure key-to-vehicle pairing that cannot be replicated with generic tools. Keep the smart key fob away from electronic devices and extreme temperatures to extend battery life.
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DIY key programming on modern GM vehicles can trigger permanent security lockouts that require dealer-only module replacement. Mobile service includes the factory-level diagnostic tools needed for correct GM key integration.
Need a GM key replacement before being stranded? Scheduled mobile service throughout Windsor and Essex County, with on-site programming at the vehicle.