🛠️ Specialty service · GTA
Push-to-Start vs Turn-Key Identification
Not sure which kind of key your car has? Here’s how to identify in 10 seconds.
Push-to-start (smart key)
- No metal blade visible (or only hidden emergency blade)
- Engine button on dashboard or steering column
- Car detects key in pocket — no need to insert
- Higher cost to replace ($179-549)
Turn-key (transponder)
- Visible metal blade in the key
- Insert and turn ignition cylinder
- Older system but chip inside
- Lower cost to replace ($99-179)
What to do
Tell us push-to-start or turn-key when you call — we quote the right price immediately.