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
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.
⚠️ Your 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.
🔑 Know Your 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.
🔍 Assess Your 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.
📍 Confirm Your 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.
📞 Contact Us
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 specialized GM car key replacement services at your location across Windsor and Essex County, including PEPS smart fob programming via SPS2, Chevrolet and GMC flip remote replacement, Cadillac proximity key duplication, and Buick transponder key cutting – using Autel IM608 Pro II and VVDI Key Tool Plus diagnostic platforms. From broken GM key extraction and Chevrolet ECU/BCM reprogramming to mobile precision key cutting for Cadillac high-security blades and complete OEM flip remote fob replacement for GMC and Buick vehicles - the technician brings nine specialized GM car key replacement services directly to your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac location across the area and the surrounding area.
Canadian Locksmiths provides complete GM automotive key generation, PEPS proximity smart fob programming via SPS2, Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra HYQ1EA/YG0G21TB2 fob synchronization, Cadillac Escalade HYQ1AA smart key duplication, and Buick Encore flip remote replacement – all performed on-site at your home, office, or roadside location anywhere in Windsor and Essex County for GM car key replacement the area. The team mobile van carries the largest inventory of GM aftermarket key blanks and OEM key fobs in the region, including flip remotes for Equinox and Terrain, smart fobs for Tahoe and Yukon, and B111 transponder chips for legacy Chevrolet and Buick models - enabling the mobile team to cut and program more GM car keys than any other locksmith or dealership locally.
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 Autel IM608 Pro II 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 models. Starts at $199.
Read More +
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 available with two working master keys present. Starts at $99 for B111 transponder duplicates.
Read More +
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 Autel IM608 Pro II supports every GM immobilizer generation from PK3 through current PEPS. Starts at $99.
Read More +
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 Autel IM608 Pro II. Starts at $149.
Read More +
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 tested against your vehicle cylinder. Starts at $99.
Read More +
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. Starts at $99.
Read More +
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. Starts at $149.
Read More +
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.
Read More +
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 BCM swap. Starts at $249.
Read More +
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.
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.
"Lost both keys to my 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 at the job site in East Windsor. Canadian Locksmiths arrived within the hour with their mobile van fully stocked for GM trucks. They connected their dealer-grade diagnostics to the BCM, cleared the old key codes, cut two new smart key blades by VIN, and programmed both HYQ1EA proximity fobs on the spot. Saved me over $450 compared to the quote from Premier Chevrolet. Entire job took about 50 minutes - incredible GM key replacement service."
"The buttons on my 2019 GMC Terrain flip remote completely broke off - I found out this is a super common problem with the GM OHT01060512 flip key. Canadian Locksmiths came to my house in Tecumseh, replaced the entire fob with a brand new unit, cut a fresh blade, and programmed everything in about 30 minutes. Cost me less than half what Gus Revenberg Chevrolet Buick GMC quoted for the same job. They even showed me the warranty card for the new fob. Highly recommend for any GM flip key issue."
"My 2020 Cadillac XT5 kept showing 'Key Not Detected' on the dash randomly. The Cadillac dealer wanted over $550 for a new proximity smart key fob plus a diagnostic fee. Canadian Locksmiths came to my office in LaSalle with the right Cadillac smart key in stock, ran their GM diagnostics to confirm it was just a failing fob battery circuit, programmed a brand new proximity key, and tested every function before leaving. Saved me over $300 and I never had to leave work. Best GM locksmith in Windsor."
GM Key Replacement Pricing in Windsor
GM car key replacement in Windsor starts at $99 for basic Chevrolet and Buick B111 spare transponder keys, up to $399 for complex all-keys-lost Cadillac Escalade or GMC Sierra smart key recovery with BCM reprogramming and theft deterrent reset - prices may vary by GM model year and trim level, call Canadian Locksmiths for an accurate quote.
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 just 30 to 60 minutes on-site at your location – the bonded, certified, and insured mobile technician arrives with all Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac key blanks, flip remote housings, PEPS proximity smart fobs (HYQ1EA, YG0G21TB2), and dealer-grade SPS2 programming equipment to handle cutting, smart fob programming, and comprehensive testing before the technician leave.
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 dispatch immediately.
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 the area. The Canadian Locksmiths mobile unit carries a full 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 emergency 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.
WARRANTY
Car Key Programming Warranty – 90 Day Coverage
Complete coverage on all materials the technician supply - if anything the technician provided fails within 90 days, the technician replaces it on-site 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.
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 starts at $299 for 2019–2026 models through Canadian Locksmiths. The 2024–2026 Silverado uses the YG0G21TB2 fob (FCC ID: HYQ1EA) requiring SPS2 programming, while 2019–2023 models use HYQ1EA or HYQ1ES variants. The technician connects to the Silverado BCM via our key programming system with active SPS2 subscription, deletes any lost key credentials, programs the new proximity fob, cuts the HU100 emergency insert blade by VIN decode, and performs a complete functional test – push-to-start ignition, keyless entry from all four doors, remote start if equipped, and panic alarm. Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC on Howard Ave charges $500–$700 for the same YG0G21TB2 replacement including parts markup and labor. Older Silverado flip remotes (2014–2018, OHT05918179) start at $179. Our team also carry B111 transponder keys for pre-2014 Silverado models starting at $99 with on-board PK3 programming. GM car key replacement the area pricing includes mobile dispatch, blade cutting, and programming. Reach our team Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM by phone, voicemail, email, and text at (519) 979-1270 for your 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 Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC on Howard Ave and Gus Revenberg Chevrolet Buick GMC in Kingsville. The technician programs every generation of GM key at your location. The diagnostic platform connects directly to the vehicle BCM to perform PEPS smart fob pairing (HYQ1EA, HYQ1ES, HYQ1AA, YG0G21TB2), flip remote synchronization (OHT01060512, OHT05918179), and B111 transponder registration – identical procedures to the dealer service department. For 2015+ PEPS-equipped vehicles, SPS2 authorization is mandatory for key programming; the technician maintain an active subscription for uninterrupted service. Older GM models using PK3 or PK3+ immobilizer systems (1999–2014) can be programmed via on-board key learn procedures without SPS2 when a working master key is present. No GM key programming procedure available at a Windsor dealership falls outside the capability.
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 design weakness in the rubber button membrane that degrades with normal use over 3–5 years. The silicone button pad loses its 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 frequently affected – Canadian Locksmiths replaces multiple units per week in Windsor. Our team carries OEM-equivalent OHT01060512 replacement shells with fresh button membranes. The technician transfers your existing transponder chip and electronics into the new housing, cut the internal HU100 blade to match your vehicle using the automotive key programmer for VIN decode, and verify all button functions before leaving. GM flip remote replacement the area starts at $149 including programming and blade cutting.
What does “Service Theft Deterrent System” mean on my GM dashboard?+
This warning indicates your GM vehicle 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-equipped models, the transponder chip failed authentication. Common causes include a dead CR2032 battery in HYQ1EA or YG0G21TB2 smart fobs, a damaged transponder pellet in B111 keys, water ingress into OHT01060512 flip remote circuit boards, or BCM corruption after a battery disconnect. Do not attempt repeated starts – this can extend the security timeout. Canadian Locksmiths diagnoses the specific fault code using our diagnostic equipment connected to the vehicle BCM. If the issue is a failed fob battery, the technician replaces it on-site for $15. If the transponder chip or fob requires replacement, the technician programs a new key and clear the theft deterrent fault. Reach our team Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM by phone, voicemail, email, and text at (519) 979-1270 for mobile diagnosis at your location 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 are completed in 15–45 minutes once the technician arrives at your vehicle. PEPS smart fob programming via SPS2 typically 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 the key programming tool SPS2 interface. The 2024–2026 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra with YG0G21TB2 fobs require a longer SPS2 handshake – approximately 25–35 minutes total. Older GM vehicles with PK3 immobilizer systems (1999–2014) using on-board learn procedures complete in under 15 minutes when a working master key is present. Canadian Locksmiths dispatches Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm to any location in the area and Essex County. The team carries all GM key blanks, fob housings, and diagnostic equipment on the mobile van.
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 every Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac model at your location – no towing required. The technician generates new GM keys entirely from VIN decode data and BCM-level programming through our professional key programming equipment. For PEPS-equipped vehicles (2015–2026), the technician connects to the BCM via the OBD-II port, initiates an SPS2 security authorization session, deletes all previously programmed key credentials, registers your new HYQ1EA or YG0G21TB2 smart fob, cuts the HU100 emergency blade, and verifies push-to-start and keyless entry from all doors. For older PK3-equipped models (1999–2014), the technician read the immobilizer data, generate a new B111 or B102 transponder key, and perform the security relearn. Towing to Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC or Gus Revenberg typically costs $150–$250 before the dealer begins the replacement – Our team eliminates that expense. GM all-keys-lost Windsor starts at $199.
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 most cost-effective approach. GM allows on-board key programming when you have two working master keys – adding a spare PEPS smart fob or B111 transponder key can be completed without SPS2 in many cases. Canadian Locksmiths adds a spare HYQ1EA or YG0G21TB2 PEPS fob starting at $199, a spare OHT01060512 or OHT05918179 flip remote starting at $149, or a spare B111 transponder key starting at $99. On-board learn for PK3-equipped GM vehicles (1999–2014) takes under 10 minutes with no SPS2 requirement. Newer PEPS models still require SPS2 authorization through the automotive key programmer, but the process is faster with an existing working fob present. Losing all keys later raises the cost to $199–$399 for all-keys-lost recovery. A spare key now prevents that expense and keeps your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac accessible.
What GM vehicles do you service in Windsor and Essex County?+
Canadian Locksmiths services every Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac model from 1999 to 2026 across Windsor and all of Essex County. This includes the newest 2024–2026 vehicles equipped with YG0G21TB2 PEPS smart fobs requiring SPS2 programming. Pickup trucks: Silverado, Sierra, Colorado, Canyon. Full-size SUVs: Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, Yukon XL, Escalade, Escalade ESV. Mid-size SUVs: Traverse, Acadia, Blazer, XT5, XT6. Crossovers: Equinox, Terrain, Trax, Trailblazer, Encore, Encore GX, XT4. Sedans: Malibu, Impala, Cruze, Camaro, CT4, CT5, LaCrosse, Regal, Verano. Electric vehicles: Bolt EV, Bolt EUV, Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Lyriq, Hummer EV. Vans: Express, Savana. Discontinued brands: Hummer H2/H3, Saturn Vue/Aura/Outlook, Pontiac G5/G6/G8/Vibe. The team carries B111, B102, and HU100 key blanks plus HYQ1EA, OHT01060512, and YG0G21TB2 fob housings in stock on the mobile van for GM car key replacement the area. Whether your GM vehicle uses a transponder key, flip remote, or PEPS smart fob, our team has the correct key type and programming capability for your specific model.
How much do Windsor GM owners save choosing Canadian Locksmiths over Premier Chevrolet or Gus Revenberg?+
Windsor GM owners typically save $200–$400 per key replacement by choosing Canadian Locksmiths over Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC on Howard Ave or Gus Revenberg Chevrolet Buick GMC in Kingsville. The team mobile service eliminates towing fees, parts department markups, and multi-day scheduling delays. Specific savings: A 2024–2026 Chevrolet Silverado YG0G21TB2 PEPS smart fob costs $500–$700 at the dealer versus $299 through our team. A Chevrolet Equinox OHT01060512 flip remote runs $300–$450 at Premier versus $149 mobile. A basic B111 Chevrolet Malibu transponder key is $250–$350 at Gus Revenberg versus $99 mobile. All-keys-lost Cadillac Escalade HYQ1AA recovery costs $600–$900+ at the dealer versus $299–$399 through the mobile service. The technician uses identical SPS2 programming software and our key programming system diagnostic equipment. The difference is zero parts department markup, zero towing cost, and mobile dispatch directly to your GM vehicle location in the area.
What is the difference between a GM transponder key, flip remote, and smart fob?+
GM uses three distinct key types across Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles. A PEPS smart fob (2015–2026, FCC IDs: HYQ1EA, HYQ1ES, HYQ1AA, YG0G21TB2) is a proximity key for push-to-start – you keep it in your pocket and the vehicle detects it wirelessly. A flip remote (2010–2024, FCC IDs: OHT01060512, OHT05918179) is a folding key with built-in lock/unlock buttons and a physical HU100 blade. A transponder key (1999–present, B111 or B102 blade) is a standard metal key with an embedded security chip. GM PEPS smart fob replacement requires SPS2 programming through our key programming system – this is the highest-security GM key type, starting at $249 for Cadillac smart key replacement or Chevrolet key fob replacement Windsor. Flip remotes use BCM-level programming and start at $149. GM transponder key programming uses PK3 immobilizer registration and starts at $99. Canadian Locksmiths carries all three GM key types on the mobile van and programs each at your location locally and Essex County. Call or text our team Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM at (519) 979-1270 with your VIN to confirm which key type your vehicle requires.
Why Windsor GM Owners Choose Us Over the Dealer
Windsor GM owners save an average of 50% on Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac key replacement with the mobile GM car key replacement the area 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.
GM Models Canadian Locksmiths Service in Windsor
Browse the most popular GM vehicles the technician service in Windsor and Essex County, organized by vehicle type - trucks, SUVs, crossovers, sedans, and commercial vans. From 2026 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks with YG0G21TB2 PEPS fobs to luxury Cadillac Escalade SUVs and versatile Chevrolet Equinox crossovers, the mobile locksmiths carry key blanks and programming equipment for every Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac model on the road today. Canadian Locksmiths is the only locksmith locally offering SPS2 key programming for the newest GM vehicles.
Canadian Locksmiths specializes in all GM vehicle platforms across four active brands: Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac. Our team coverage spans every GM immobilizer generation from the latest 2024–2026 YG0G21TB2 PEPS smart fobs requiring SPS2 programming, through HYQ1EA/HYQ1ES proximity systems on 2015–2023 models, OHT05918179 and OHT01060512 flip remotes, down to classic B111 transponder key platforms requiring SPS2 (Security Professional System 2) programming on 2020+ Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Cadillac Escalade and other current-generation GM vehicles. The team is the only automotive locksmith in Windsor and Essex County offering SPS2 key programming - the newest GM security protocol that most locksmiths cannot access. The team also services defunct GM brands including Pontiac Grand Prix, Grand Am, and G6; Oldsmobile Alero, Intrigue, and Silhouette; Saturn Vue, Ion, and Aura; and Hummer H2 and H3 - many of these vehicles are still on the area roads and use the same transponder technology.
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 · Buick Enclave · Cadillac XT6
Crossovers
Chevrolet Equinox · Trailblazer · Trax · GMC Terrain · Buick Envision · Encore · Encore GX · Cadillac XT4 · XT5
Sedans
Chevrolet Malibu · Impala · Cruze · Buick LaCrosse · Regal · Verano · Allure · Lucerne · Cadillac CT4 · CT5 · 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 · GMC Hummer EV · Cadillac Lyriq
Vans & Commercial
Chevrolet Express · City Express · GMC Savana
Discontinued GM Brands
Pontiac Grand Prix · G6 · Grand Am · G5 · Vibe · Montana SV6 · Oldsmobile Alero · Intrigue · Silhouette · Saturn Vue · Ion · Aura · Outlook · Hummer H2 · H3
Don't see your vehicle? Canadian Locksmiths provide car key replacement for all makes and models.
GM Key Types Canadian Locksmiths Replace in Windsor
Canadian Locksmiths replaces and programs every GM car key type at your location across Windsor and Essex County - Cadillac and Chevrolet PEPS proximity smart fobs (HYQ1EA, HYQ1AA, YG0G21TB2) for push-to-start vehicles, flip remote keys (OHT01060512, OHT05918179) for Chevrolet, Buick and GMC models, and B111 transponder keys for classic GM vehicles. The newest YG0G21TB2 fob requires SPS2 programming – Our team is one of the only the area locksmiths with this capability. The notorious GM flip remote keys with built-in lock/unlock buttons that are prone to broken button pad failure on high-volume models like the Equinox, Terrain and Encore. The technician uses our key programming system with active SPS2 subscription for all GM transponder key programming and PEPS smart fob pairing at your the area location.
Transponder Keys
GM transponder keys with embedded security chips (B111 and B102 key blades) used across Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles from 1997 to approximately 2017. These keys use a radio frequency transponder pellet embedded in the key head that communicates with the vehicle immobilizer module to authorize engine start. Later models enhanced security with encrypted rolling codes for stronger theft protection. Still found on many current GM economy vehicles and as emergency backup blade keys inside smart key fobs. Canadian Locksmiths also service legacy VATS resistor keys for pre-1997 GM vehicles. The team programs all GM transponder generations using the diagnostic platform – PK3 and PK3+ immobilizer chips register in under 10 minutes at your Windsor location.
Read More +
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.
Read More +
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 for keyless entry and push-button start – the highest-demand GM key type the technician programs in Windsor. Used on Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Traverse, Suburban, GMC Sierra, Yukon, Acadia, Cadillac Escalade, XT5, XT4, CT5, and most 2015+ GM vehicles. The newest 2024–2026 models use the YG0G21TB2 fob (FCC ID: HYQ1EA) which can only be programmed through SPS2 — a capability Canadian Locksmiths maintains with an active subscription. Earlier models use HYQ1EA, HYQ1ES, and HYQ1AA smart key systems with SPS2 (Security Professional System 2) encrypted communication between the fob and vehicle BCM. Our team is the only automotive locksmith locally offering SPS2 key programming - the newest GM security protocol that most locksmiths and even some dealers struggle to access. The proximity detection system automatically unlocks doors when you approach and enables push-button engine start without removing the fob from your pocket. Vehicle mapping: HYQ1AA → Tahoe, Yukon, Escalade, Suburban (2015–2020) | HYQ1EA/HYQ1ES → Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Yukon, Escalade (2019–2025) | HYQ4AA → Traverse, Enclave, Acadia (2018+) | HYQ2ES → Cadillac XT5, XT6 (2017+) PEPS smart fob programming requires active SPS2 authorization through our professional key programming equipment – Our team is one of the only locksmiths locally maintaining a current SPS2 subscription for GM PEPS smart fob replacement.
Read More +
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) for emergency start
Lost, stolen, or water-damaged GM proximity smart key fobs
GM Key Replacement Service Areas – Windsor & Essex County
Canadian Locksmiths provides mobile GM car key replacement service across Windsor and all of Essex County. The fully equipped service vehicle carries every GM smart fob (HYQ1EA, YG0G21TB2), flip remote, B111 key blank, and SPS2 programming platform needed to complete your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac key replacement at your location – whether that is your home driveway, office parking lot, or roadside. Below are the communities our team serves and the GM vehicles the technician most commonly service in each area. Response times are estimates based on current location and traffic. In most cases, same-day Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac key replacement service is available when you call.
Windsor
📍 Average 60 minLakeshore
📍 Average 90 minEssex
📍 Average 90 minKingsville
📍 Average 90 minHarrow
📍 Average 90 minLeamington
📍 Average 90 minWhy GM Owners Trust Canadian Locksmiths
Family-owned and operated for over 35 years with Xhorse VVDI Key Tool Max Pro, Advanced Diagnostics SMART Pro, and active GM SPS2 subscription – the same diagnostic platforms used at Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC and Gus Revenberg service departments, the largest Chevrolet key fob replacement and Buick key replacement GMC and Cadillac key inventory in Windsor and Essex County, fully mobile on-site service at your location, and a 90-day warranty on every GM car key replacement job the technician perform.
Certified Bonded Insured
Fully bonded and insured for the protection of you and your GM vehicle. The liability coverage protects your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac during the entire key replacement and programming process at your location.
Read More +
Family Owned Since 1989
Established in 1989, Canadian Locksmiths is a family-owned automotive locksmith business – every GM key delivered is cut and programmed by the owner-operated team with 35+ years of hands-on experience across every GM immobilizer generation. Our team has serviced thousands of Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac vehicles – from the first VATS resistor keys through classic transponders to today’s PEPS smart fobs. That depth of GM experience means our team has encountered and solved every key scenario your vehicle can present.
Read More +
Dealer-Level Tools
Xhorse VVDI Key Tool Max Pro and Advanced Diagnostics SMART Pro diagnostic tooling for all Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac models including SPS2 programming capability for the newest 2024–2026 GM vehicles with YG0G21TB2 PEPS fobs — the same programming protocol used at Premier Chevrolet and Gus Revenberg dealer service departments. For vehicles requiring factory-level security protocols, Canadian Locksmiths also maintains Techline Connect / GDS2 (Global Diagnostic System 2) access via J2534 pass-through interface, providing the same programming capability available at General Motors dealerships.
Read More +
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.
Read More +
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.
Read More +
Large Inventory
Largest inventory of Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac key blanks, OHT01060512 flip remote housings, HYQ1EA/HYQ1ES/HYQ1AA/YG0G21TB2 PEPS proximity smart fobs, and transponder chips in Windsor and Essex County. Canadian Locksmiths stocks GM keys for virtually every model on the road.
Read More +
GM Key Replacement Spotlight – Windsor
Each month the technician spotlights a real GM car key replacement job from Windsor and Essex County - the customer's verified review, the complete story behind the Chevrolet key fob replacement the area, Buick key replacement the area, GMC or Cadillac key repair including the technical details of how the technician solved the problem, and a pro tip you can use to protect your GM keys, avoid common issues like broken flip remote buttons, and save money on future key replacements.
"Called Canadian Locksmiths after losing both keys to my 2023 Chevrolet Equinox at Mic Mac Park. I was completely stranded with no spare and the dealer wanted me to tow it in and wait 5 business days. Our team arrived at the park within an hour with everything needed for an all-keys-lost GM flip key replacement. They used their dealer-grade diagnostics to connect to the Equinox BCM, cleared the old key codes, cut two brand new OHT01060512 flip remote keys by VIN decode, programmed both to the immobilizer, and tested lock/unlock and ignition. Entire job took about 45 minutes and saved me over $350 compared to Premier Chevrolet. Absolutely the best GM locksmith in Windsor."
Read More +
- Mike D., Windsor
2023 Chevrolet Equinox - All Keys Lost Flip Remote Replacement
The Job
Mike's call came in at 9:30 AM on a Thursday morning. He had lost both keys to his 2023 Chevrolet Equinox somewhere at Mic Mac Park in East Windsor while walking his dog. With no spare key and no way to start his vehicle, the Chevrolet dealer told him he would need to tow the Equinox to their service bay and wait 3-5 business days for a new key to be ordered and programmed. That was not an option.
Read More +
Our mobile automotive locksmith arrived at Mic Mac Park at 10:45 AM, fully equipped for GM Chevrolet all-keys-lost key replacement. Using our key programming system with SPS2 interface, the technician connected directly to the Equinox BCM module, verified the immobilizer status, identified both previously registered key codes, and cleared them from the system to prepare for fresh programming of two brand new OHT01060512 flip remote keys.
Cut two new GM key blades on-site using VIN decode data from the Equinox BCM, programmed both transponder chips to the vehicle immobilizer system, paired the flip remote lock/unlock and trunk release buttons to the body control module, and verified all functions including remote range testing from 30+ feet away.
Total time: 45 minutes from arrival to departure. Mike drove away from Mic Mac Park with two fully programmed Chevrolet Equinox flip remote keys and complete peace of mind - no towing, no dealer wait, no missed work.
Service starts at $99 - prices may vary, call (519) 979-1270 for an accurate quote.
Pro Tip: GM Flip Key Broken Buttons
GM flip remote keys like the OHT01060512 used on the Chevrolet Equinox, Cruze, Malibu, Impala, GMC Terrain, Buick Encore, Verano, and LaCrosse are the number one GM key type the technician replaces in Windsor - and the reason is almost always broken buttons. The rubber membrane button pad deteriorates with daily use over 2-4 years, causing buttons to become mushy, unresponsive, or crack and fall off entirely. Canadian Locksmiths do not repair these shells because the technician cannot warranty a patched rubber pad - instead the technician replaces the entire flip key fob with a brand new OEM-quality housing backed by the 90-day warranty, cut a fresh blade, and reprogram everything on-site.
Read More +
Why This Matters:
If your GM flip key buttons are starting to feel soft, sticky, or require extra pressure to register a press, that is the early warning sign of imminent button pad failure on your Chevrolet, Buick, or GMC flip remote. Do not wait until the buttons crack and break off completely - a proactive flip key replacement at your convenience costs the same as an emergency replacement when you are stranded, but saves you the stress and downtime. Get a spare now while your current key still works.
Need a GM key replacement before you are stranded at a Windsor parking lot with a dead fob and no backup key? In most cases same day service available for all Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac models throughout the area and Essex County. Call or text (519) 979-1270 for a free quote — the mobile van carries every GM key type and can reach your location within the hour during business hours (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM).
Windsor & Essex County's leading automotive locksmith specializing in car key replacement, transponder programming, and EPROM reflashing. Licensed, bonded & insured.
⚠ Emergency Key Service
For urgent car key requests outside regular business hours, please send a text message or email with your name, vehicle make and model, location, and a brief description of the issue. Canadian Locksmiths monitor messages after hours and will respond as promptly as possible to confirm availability, pricing, and estimated arrival time.
