getting a spare key for a 01 Grand Prix?

[waxworm09]

I received some good advice on here a month ago about my air flow sensor on my grand prix, so thought I would ask another question. I had 2 keys for my car, one had a keypad. Last week I lost my keys with my keypad and am now down to one key. I had another key made yesterday, but he said its only a door key because my key has a chip in it, and if I try to put the new key in the ignition it will basically shut the car down, and I would have to have a dealership get it going again for me. Is this correct? And if so, I suppose I would have to go through a dealership for a new key and keypad? Do I have any other options? Thanks

[LightningBG]

Some hardware stores and locksmiths can duplicate chipped keys.

For the remote, you can buy them online and program them yourself (would want to check for your specific vehicle if possible and what the procedure is)

[Scott K]

Have the dealer cut you a new key. Make sure you bring in your ID, title, and proof of insurance. Some dealers are very picky about cutting security keys. They will get the right key for you. As for the key fob, the dealer can get you one, or just look on the bay of E.

[Walleye Guy]

When you go to the dealership be prepared for major sticker shock... Those chipped keys are very spendy...

[Macgyver55]

I would have to have a dealership get it going again for me. Is this correct? And if so, I suppose I would have to go through a dealership for a new key and keypad? Do I have any other options? Thanks

No, most any locksmith and even some hardware stores can/will cut a new key for you. If you have the original you shouldn't need to prove ownership. Most dealerships only require that if they are cutting one from the VIN number. When you get your new key, first insert the original key in the ignition and turn it to the on position (dont start it) then turn it off. Remove the key, then insert the new key and turn it to the on position (again dont start it) turn it off. Remove the key, then reinsert it and the car should start now after re learning the value of the new chip key.

New key fobs are readily available on "the bay" and most come with programming instructions because many have different procedures to program them. When you get one, post if you have a problem getting it programmed.