URGENT! Theft deterrent system

[fishuhalik]

I have a problem. I have a 2013 Chevy Cruze, with the flip key fob. I accidentally left the keys on my wife's car when we left & they fell off the car into the street. After searching for HOURS for my keys we finally found them about a block and half away, but they had been run over several times & the fob no longer works. They key goes in the ignition fine, but a message comes up saying to check the theft deterrent system. Now the big problem. I have to leave for Williston tomorrow at about 2pm & my extra keys are in Williston. What are my options? Can I temporarily disable the theft deterrent system so I can at least get to work & get my other keys? Need help ASAP!!!

[Jeremy airjer W]

There is no diabeling it. If the vehicle will not start than you have two options. Get your other keys, drive back and get the car or call the local dealer.

The dealer will likely have to program the new FOB to the vehicle.

[bobbymalone]

I take it by your ability to post that the doghouse has wifi.

[Ufatz]

Call your dealer at the crack of dawn and ask for help.

[Whoaru99]

That would suck, no doubt, but if it's any consolation I guess it wouldn't be much of a theft deterrent system if you could easily disable it.

[JeffB]

Could you swap vehicles with your wife for the week and have your keys over-knighted to her so she would only be without vehicle for a day.

[delcecchi]

I saw a suggestion that some locksmiths can program the fobs also. It takes a special device that attaches to vehicle.

So call a locksmith, if you haven't already gotten it taken care of.

[fishuhalik]

Thanks for the suggestions guys! I tried calling several locksmiths and they all said I was out of luck. Called the dealership this morning & they ended up getting a new fob from another dealer, taking the key off mine, & reprogramming the new fob to my car. Cost me a few really shiney pennies but at least I'm able to get on the road!! Not gonna lie, I was pretty impressed. They had it ready for me to pick up by 12:30!

[SkunkedAgain]

That's great news. I hope that you remember their A+ service the next time you need parts or service.

[Ufatz]

And (ahem) who was the smart guy who said "call your dealer." A dealer who wants your business is going to TAKE CARE of you.

[fishuhalik]

Absolutely. I've been extremely impressed with this dealership. Every interaction has been a positive experience. I'll definitely be buying all my future cars from them & having them serviced there.

[SkunkedAgain]

Well do tell. I think that we all can appreciate knowing who the good guys are

[fishuhalik]

Cornerstone Chev in Monticello. Also, we got my wife's car at Cornerstone in Elk River & have been very impressed with them too. Great buying experience both times. Told the salesman what we were looking for & our price range and they put us in the perfect cars at a good price.