SAS Locksmiths offer a service to all makes and models of vehicles including the reproduction of the latest car keys as well as an on site repair and lockout service.

Our workshop has all of the latest key cutting machines as well as electronic transponder programming devices which enable us to copy and produce even the latest automotive keys.

Our workshop is equipped to repair all vehicle locks including damage caused by forceful entry or just wear and tear and can also service locks to make them operate as smooth as possible.

Contact us for any questions or further information.

What is a Transponder?

A transponder (transmitter-responder) is an electronically controlled module contained inside a key which acts like an immobiliser in the way that it will not allow the vehicle to start without first verifying codes written to both the key and the vehicle’s on board computer. Although a key may physically turn the vehicle’s ignition, without the correct coding it will not allow the engine to start.

Different makes and models use different types of transponder modules. Our workshop has all the latest machines to allow duplication of the widest range of automotive keys and transponders.

How do I know if my car keys have a transponder?

In Australia, most new cars since 1997 have incorporated a transponder security system with the exception of some commercial vehicles. We have access to a database of vehicle details which allows us to search for which type of transponder module is in which car however the only fool proof way is to read the key in an identifying machine which we can gladly do in our showroom while you wait.