Replacing lost car keys. Best way?

[AlexDorneles]

I parked my car at Don Muang and lost the keys on my last trip. What should I do here in Thailand?

In the US I would call AAA to open the car and tow it to the dealer to make new keys, on some cars I could just order from the dealer a new set without having to change the locks.

I am clueless as to what services are available in Thailand.

Any recommendations anyone?

[Dave8237]

To be honest with you, I'm clueless too.

Contact a dealer for what make of car you have, and see if they can help you

Hope you manage to get it sorted

[AlexDorneles]

Thanks for your reply.

[ATF]

Call your dealer, provided you bought the car new from them, they will have the code for your keys and also be able to give you the number of a locksmith with a master key.

[Rooo]

Moved to motoring.

[Nemesis7]

Or ekes you can contact locksmith and he can make keys instantly , it happened to me instate and I called. Lock smith and he helped me to open the kick and make another key.

[Daffy D]

Amongst all the paperwork that came with my new Toyota Pickup was the key code number.

I carry a copy of this in my wallet so should I get locked out at anytime or anywhere I'll at least have a starting point in getting a replacement key.

[Robby nz]

Always get at least one spare set of keys cut and keep them at home.

In NZ I kept a spare key wired under the vehicle where it couldn't be seen and only I knew where it was, came in handy on several occasions, don't work with keyless entry thingies though.

[Lancashirelad]

As said dealer should be able to supply a new key from the chassis number. (It won't be cheap)You will no doubt have to visit in person with documents to prove you are still the owner. I think there is a good chance the new key will need to be programmed in before it will start the vehicle.

[Lancashirelad]

These are a useful idea:

http://www.randrsecurity.com/Magnetic-Key-Box?language=en&currency=GBP