Tech Tuesday #201

Published August 19th, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the two-hundred-first edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Nissan Part Numbers When determining which Nissan smart key to use on a particular vehicle, the FCCID and button configuration are not the onl

Gymkana - Bianchi Laser 994 (Cutter Change Video)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Bianchi Laser 994 (Cutter Change) Video

IM508 - User Manual

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

<--- See Table of Contents for Section Links Trademarks Autel® and MaxiIM® are trademarks of Autel Intelligent Technology Corp., Ltd., registered in China, the United States and other countries. All other marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Copyright Information No part of this manual may be reproduced, stor

Tech Tuesday #225

Published April 30th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Fith edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with n ew ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field. AE Tools Ticketing   All account managers have now been added in to the AE Tools ticketing system. • You should have received an email that lo

Toyota - Prius (2004-2009)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Toyota Prius 2004-­2009 prox procedure Use Orange (M) dongle only, for both phases. *NOTE: current working prox will be referred to as "prox1" New prox we are adding to the system will be referred to as "prox2" *NOTE: this car must maintain a minimum of 11 volts through whole procedure or it will fail. Hook your jump box to make sure you maintain pr

Tech Tuesday #215

Published January 28th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello there, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Fifteenth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.     New SKUs   Please see below for a list of recently added SKUs and their compatible vehicles. TOY 300 SMARTKEY Part # 8990H-12640

Tech Tuesday #222

Published March 12th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twentysecond edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field. AE Tool Ticketing  We are currently working on creating accounts for every Account Manager in the AE Tools ticketing system. This will allow A

NASTF - Owner Authorization Form

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

Vehicle Owner Authorization  Form TheAutomaker/NASTF Security Registry is an online/encrypted system. When it is notpossible to get a digital signature at the time of service due to connectivityissues or when a Vehicle Security Professional is performing onsite work for arepair shop as a third party. VehicleSecurity Professionals are required to use

Gymkana - Bianchi Laser 994 (Cutter Setup Video)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Bianchi Laser 994 (Cutter Setup) Video

Tech Tuesday #202

Published September 11th, 2024 by Matt Shore

  Hello,   Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Second edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   Autel Toyota/Lexus AKL Due to a licensing disagreement between the two parties, Autel has removed Toyota/Lexus all keys lost and immobi

Tech Tuesday #211

Published November 14th, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Eleventh edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. New Honda Software Please see this bulletin from Advanced Diagnostics regarding new Honda software for the SmartPro- ADS2336. This softwar

Tech Tuesday #221

Published February 26th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twentyfirst edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   Autel Hyundai/Kia Update With a recent update, the Autel IM508 now has 2024+ Hyundai/Kia all keys lost programming capabilities . This includ

Toyota & Lexus Transponder Keys

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

On Board Transponder Programming for Toyota and Lexus These vehicles Require one working master key (black) to add a new key. *The immobilizer light will go out immediately after Master key is inserted into the ignition*   Procedure #1   1998-2000 Toyota 4Runner       1998-2001 LexusES300 1998-2004 Toyota Avalon         1998-2001 LexusGS400 1998-200

Tech Tuesday #229

Published June 12th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Nine of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   Resources Page Today we want to remind everyone about the Resources Page on Internal and highlight some recent uploads. Once you navigate to t

Tech Tuesday #229.1

Published June 12th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Nine.One of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.     Tax ID For VIDA   As you may have seen, Volvo now requires a Tax Identification Number (TIN) in order to purchase a VIDA subscription. O

Tech Tuesday #228

Published May 28th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Eighth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   New Subaru Link It was brought to our attention that the Subaru link on the Internal Key Code/Immobilizer Purchase Links page was no

Hyundai & Kia - Reference (2003-2014)

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

  MODEL YEAR REMOTE SYSTEM  TYPE NOTE accent 2013 69.5 1 key hyu 204, remote fcc: tq8rke-3f01 accent 2012 69.5 1 hyu key  204  accent 2009 066 1   azera 2007 080 under  vehicle   elantra  touring 2010 68.5 1   elantra  touring 2011 68 1   elantra 2013 60 1 also takes hyu  065   elantra   2011   60   1 this car may have diffrent fccid ( osloka-360t) 

SmartBox - Cloning

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

    PLEASE   NOTE:   You   must   select  the   correct   clone   chip   for   this function   to   proceed   properly!     Step   1a:   IF   AT   THE   CAR,   Connect the  SmartBox   tablet  the   the   SmartBox   Programmer   by   Micro   USB.  Connect the  OBD   cable   to   SmartBox   Programmer. Step   2a:   IF   AT   THE   CAR,   Most   vehicl

Tech Tuesday #227

Published May 7th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Seventh edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   Service SKUs This week we want to go over Service SKUs. Below you will find a brief overview of the SKUs and their proper usage. Pi

IM508 - Quick Reference Guide

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

      MaxilMIM508 1.  7.0” LCD Capacitive Touchscreen 2.  Ambient Light Sensor — detects ambient brightness. 3.  Power LED — indicates battery level & charging or system status. 4.  Vehicle Communication LED — flashes green when the Display Tablet is communicating/linking with the vehicle's system. 5.  Collapsible Stand— extends from the back to

CDJ Combo Simple Key - Manual

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

CDJ Combo Simple Key Manual

Tech Tuesday #216

Published January 15th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Sixteenth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Missing SKU If you notice a missing vehicle year when invoicing or requesting compatibility by VIN, it doesn't necessarily mean that the

NASTF - Authorization (Positive ID D1 Form)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

AUTHORIZATION FOR AUTOMOTIVE KEY GENERATION and/or IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM/ANTI-THEFT SERVICES (The LSID Holder must fill out this form, after personally looking at the photo I.D., the registration and the VIN plate on the  Vehicle. These forms are to be kept for 2 years in a secured location as per the NASTF positive I.D. Policy. The NASTF Director of O

Tech Tuesday #203

Published October 2nd, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello,   Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Third edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.     OEM Server Issue Reporting    We are pleased to announce the new OE Server Issue Reporting page on Internal is now live.     This page w

Smartbox - Programming

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

    How   do   I   start   programming   keys   and   remotes   with   my  SmartBox ™   Programmer?   PLEASE NOTE: Make sure you have the new (and old) key OR remote with you before you go   out   to   the   vehicle.         Step   1:   Connect  SmartBox   tablet  to   the   SmartBox   Programmer   by  Micro   USB.   Connect  OBD   cable   to  Smart

Tech Tuesday #210

Published November 14th, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Tenth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. New SKUs Please see below for a list of recently added SKUs and their compatible vehicles. GEN 221 SMARTKEY Part # 95440-T6AA0 2024-2025 Gene

Tech Tuesday #228.1

Published May 28th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Eight.One of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   Updating FDRS We see issues with FDRS on a daily basis, and the problem is often resolved by updating the software.  Unlike other program

Gymkana - Bianchi Laser 994 (Jaw Setup Video)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Bianchi Laser 994 (Jaw Setup) Video Link

OEM Key Code/Subscription Purchase SOP

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Purpose: Provide Account Managers a process for purchasing OEM key codes and/or subscriptions from OEM websites. Scope: Before filling out a D1 form and purchasing a key code and/or subscription from an OEM website, the following form on Internal must be filled out and submitted. This form will provide Tech Ops the information needed to check key co

Tech Tuesday #228.2

Published May 28th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Eight.Two of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   AE Tools Ticketing All account managers have now been added to the AE Tools ticketing system. • You should have received an email that lo

NASTF LSID SOP

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

    Purpose To ensure proper use and documentation of NASTF LSID’s.     Summary This document explains what an LSID is, how it is used and how to keep proper documentation as per NASTF regulations   Definitions ●    NASTF - National Automotive Service Task Force ●    LSID - Locksmith Identification Number ●    VSP - Vehicle Service Provider ●    SDR

Tech Tuesday #228.3

Published June 5th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Eight.Three of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   New SmartPro Applications The following vehicle compatibility has been added to the SmartPro.    SmartPro: REMINDER  Regularly updating

Tech Tuesday #206

Published October 16th, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Sixth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. 2023 Jeep Renegade Order Service SKU The new service SKU is RENEGADE SMART KEY New service SKU order page: https://internal.ikeyless.com/ rou

Gymkana - Bianchi Laser 994 (Cutting a Shoulder Stop Key by Code with the F Jaw Video)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Bianchi Laser 994 (Cutting a Shoulder Stop Key by Code with the F Jaw) Video

Land Rover

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Tech Tuesday #208

Published November 1st, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Eighth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. New SKUs Please see below for a list of recently added SKUs and their compatible vehicles. GEN 220 SMARTKEY 2024-2025 Genesis GV80 HYU 538 S

Tech Tuesday #222.2

Published March 12th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-second.two edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field. VIN Verification When special ordering a key by VIN, it is always a good practice to verify that the VIN is correct before invoicing and

Smartbox - Chip Reader

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

    How   do   I   test   the   read   a   transponder   key   or   chip?   PLEASE   NOTE:   You   must   have   a   functioning   remote   with   a   good   battery   to   test   for   frequency   This can be done   in the car   OR in the   shop         Step   1a:   IF   AT   THE   CAR,   Connect  SmartBox   tablet to   the   SmartBox   Programmer

SmartBox Mini FAQ's - Part 2

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Tech Tuesday #227.2

Published May 13th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Seventh.Two edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. GM ACDelco Accounts/Purchasing VIN Access: Some of you may have recently experienced issues with your AC Delco / GM accounts bein

GM 750 - Manual

Published May 11th, 2023 by Matt Shore

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c_LpJOuZEoioEXeU-owaF1QiOQB8cePZ/view?ts=645d455e .

Bianchi 303 - Replacing Removable Faceplates

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Bianchi 303 - Replacing Removable Faceplates Link

Tech Tuesday #209

Published November 1st, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Ninth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Missing Vehicle Years If you notice a missing vehicle year when invoicing or requesting compatibility by VIN, it doesn't necessarily mean tha

Tech Tuesday #218

Published February 5th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Eighteenth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Updating FDRS We see issues with FDRS on a daily basis and in almost every instance, the problem is resolved by updating the software. 

Tech Tuesday #223

Published March 19th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-third edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   Update On CDJ & GM OEM Programming Issues Today we want to provide an update on 2 issues affecting the fleet: Witech The Negative Respon

NASTF - Welcome Message

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

                                     Welcome to the National Automotive Service Task Force(NASTF)  Registry.   This email serves as the approval for your Vehicle Security Credential. Links to your questions are all on this here so please read and understand everything on this page. If you are not clear about the responsibilities required of you plea

Tech Tuesday #205

Published October 2nd, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Fifth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. New SKUs  Please see below for a list of newly added SKUs and their compatible vehicles. NIS 405 SMARTKEY 2023-2025 Nissan Sentra and 2023-20

SmartBox Mini Getting Started Guide - Part 2

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

SmartPro - Tech Support and Vehicle Compatibility

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

Technical Support:  Advanced Diagnostics Technical Support: (702) 799-9705 CKE Operations Support Representative: (888) 272-4901 Advanced Diagnostic Youtube Channel:  Resource for "How To" and "Trouble Shooting" videos.  YouTube My Keys Pro: Resource for vehicle and key compatibility.     My Keys Pro

Tech Tuesday #227.1

Published May 7th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello, Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Seventh.One edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   ADC2019   The ADC2019 is now available from Advanced Diagnostics. This is an FCA/Mopar/CDJ bypass cable similar to the ADC2011

045 ILCO Key Machine - Cutting A Key Video

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

045 ILCO Key Machine - Cutting A Key Link

Tech Tuesday #222.1

Published March 12th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-second.one edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field. ADC 2019 Installation AD has since uploaded a video on how to install the cable when programming a key to a full size Promaster: 2022-202

Smartbox - Frequency Tester

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

    How   do   I   test   the   frequency   on   my   remote?   PLEASE   NOTE:   You   must   have   a   functioning   remote   with   a   good   battery   to   test   for   frequency!   This can be done   in the car   OR in the   shop         Step   1a:   IF   AT   THE   CAR,   Connect  SmartBox   tablet to   the   SmartBox   Programmer   by   Micr

NASTF - SDRM Information Sheet

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

NASTF SDRM 2.0 INFORMATION  SHEET     Authorization  Requirements With the launch of the new SDRM portal we now have to alter the way we do D1 Authorizations. Simply having a signed invoice will no longer suffice.   When does a D1 Authorization need to be completed in SDRM 2.0? ●     Fill out the D1 Authorization form in the SDRM 2.0 portal for EVER

SmartPro Software Updates

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

Regularly updating your Smart-Pro is the most critical step in maintaining your device.  You should be updating individual modules every other day and performing a full software update once a week, at a minimum.

SmartBox Mini FAQ's - Part 1

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Gymkana - Bianchi Laser 994 (Software Update via Internet Video)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Bianchi Laser 994 (Software Update via Internet) Link

Disabled Vehicle SOP

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

1.0 Purpose 1.1 To serve as instructions for an Account Manager in the event that a vehicle cannot be programmed or becomes inoperable while under our service, or if an AM is having difficulty and has spent more than 30 minutes attempting to program a vehicle. 2.0 Scope 2.1 All disabled or believed disabled vehicles. 2.2 Failure to follow these inst

10th Digit Of VIN To Vehicle Model Year Chart

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

Tech Tuesday #219

Published February 19th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Nineteenth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Techstream Software Version Update The Toyota Techstream software version has been updated to 2024.04.004.02 . Use this number going for

Tech Tuesday #222.4

Published March 12th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-second.four edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field. 2022+ Civic Programming     We have received several reports from the field of successful programming of 2022 and up Honda Civic smart k

Vehicles Requiring OE Equipment 2022

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

OE EQUIPMENT Passthrough MAKE MODEL YEAR Ford FDRS VCM3 Ford F-150 2021 + Ford Mustand Mach-E 2021 + Ford Maverick 2022 Ford Bronco (full size) 2021 + Ford E-Transit 2022 Ford Expedition 2022 Nissan Consult AEZ Flasher Nissan Pathfinder 2021 + Nissan Rouge (Prox) 2021 + Nissan Sentra 2020 + MOPAR WiTech3 MicroPod 2 (2021 and earlier)MicroPod 3 (2022

Tech Tuesday #207

Published October 16th, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Seventh edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Recently Added SKUs Please see below for a list of newly added SKUs and their compatible vehicles. FOR 472.25 SMARTKEY 2022-2024 Ford Range

Tech Tuesday #217

Published January 27th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Seventeenth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Witech Issue   When attempting to program keys to 2024+ Jeep Grand Cherokees using Witech, users are seeing the following error message

Tech Tuesday #212

Published December 4th, 2024 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twelth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field.   Subaru Solterra Programming The 2022-2024 Subaru Solterra is now covered by the SmartPro. The ADC2021 cable is required to communicate wit

Smart Box Mini Getting Started Guide - Part 3

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Bianchi 303 - Cutting a Key Video

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Bianchi 303 - Cutting a Key Link

Gymkana - Guide To Avoid Miss-cuts

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Gymkana's are different in many ways from the original 994 machines that are being phased out. They don’t require that you change the cutter when going from edge cut to high security, and are capable of cutting some of the newer keys that the 994 can not (at least without lengthy update processes).     A few key things to know about the Gymkana and

Gymkana - Clamping SOP.

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Goal: Reduce key miscuts and reaffirm proper techniques for clamping keys in the Gymkana Machine. Process: Following the exact steps and Gymkana prompts will help Account Managers reduce their key miscuts when using the Gymkana key cutting machine. Clamping Steps: 1. Make sure you have the correct Jaw in place. a. Please note the machine will tell y

Tech Tuesday #224

Published March 31st, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Fourth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with n ew ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Techline Issue We have tested and confirmed a solution to the following issue: When using Techline Connect , after selecting Learn Immobiliz

SmartPro - Quick Start Guide

Published October 3rd, 2022 by Matt Shore

                                  1. Charge the  Battery Charge it fully  byplugging your SmartPro into an AC(120V) outlet. Solid Yellow LED lightindicates a fully charged battery.   NOTE:  Ifthe battery does not charge,verify that it isconnected. Open the batterycompartment. If unplugged, plugbattery into the connector.     2.  AD Loader Power on a

Toyota - Tech Info Process

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Hello   Security   Professionals,       We   have   made   changes to   the   Security   Professional   account,   We   are   now   using   a   Pay   Per   Keycode model.   You   will   be   provided 1   free   keycode   when   you   purchase   a   Security   Professional   account   or   if you   renew  and   existing account.   To   purchase Keyco

Origination SOP

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Origination Standard Operating Procedures October 17, 2019   Contents   Purpose Summary Personnel Qualifications Equipment and Supplies Procedural Steps Obtain a Key Code: Begin the Origination Process   Invoicing SKUs NASTF Authorization   Purpose To serve as instructions for invoicing key originations, vehicleprogramming, pin codes, andun-invoiced

Gymkana - Bianchi Laser 994 (Cut by Code Video)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Bianchi Laser 994 (Cut by Code) Video

Infiniti - M35/45 (2006-2008)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Infiniti M35/45 2006 ­ 2008 (2008 M35/45 using Type 12 black dongle.) Programming procedure for 06­2 Find the security light, it's located slightly to the left above the radio. Prox slot is on the left side of the dash. M35/45 has it's own remote so be sure you have the correct one or it will not work. Insert the Prox in the slot & the security

SmartBox Mini Getting Started Guide - Part 1

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Tech Tuesday #220

Published February 19th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twentieth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, new procedures, new tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Mazda Software   All Account Managers are authorized to access the Mazda OEM software (MDARS) with the AEZ Flasher, and are approved to p

Tech Tuesday #222.3

Published March 12th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-second.three edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with new ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field. Nissan Programming Mode Issue   Today we want to share a very simple solution to a common Nissan issue. This is not a new problem by an

045 ILCO Key Machine - Overview Video

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

045 ILCO Key Machine - Overview Link

Tech Tuesday #226

Published April 30th, 2025 by Matt Shore

Hello,  Welcome to the Two-Hundred-Twenty-Sixth edition of Tech Tuesday, a weekly email/newsletter where Tech Ops will provide you with n ew ideas, procedures, tools, and anything new to help you in the field. FDRS Subscriptions Over the last few months, the Tech Ops team has worked to set up every Account Manager with an annual Ford FDRS subscripti

Gymkana - Laser 994 (Tracer Change Video)

Published October 4th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Laser 994 (Tracer Change) Video

Mazda FAQs

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

 2009 Mazda 6:  Buttons would not program to a 2009 Mazda6 with MAZ 130 OEM flip key.  Suggestion - Did the car go into programming mode?  The SmartPro will not program the remote portion of this SKU and you have to manually program the remote.  Verify using the customer's original key that you need the 130 and not the 135.   These SKUs look similar

Ford (Lincoln & Merc) FAQs

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

Ford Fiesta 2019:  Unable to program key:  Used cert for key 041. I was unable to get the key to the program into the car. I tried hooking up the smart pro to Wi-Fi and was still unsuccessful. Suggestion - How many keys were programmed to the vehicle? If 8 keys are already programmed, you will need to erase keys to add another.  If less than 8 keys

Chrysler, Dodge, & Jeep - FAQs

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

2015 Dodge Grand Caravan:  Asked before about a 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan. Her Fobik remote did not work one day, then started working again. She is concerned. Is there an explanation or is this a fluke? She was asking if she should submit it under warranty.  Thoughts?? Suggestion - I have not heard of this happening before.  For customer satisfactio

Honda FAQs

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

2009 Honda Accord:  HON KEY 051 COMBO - Honda Accord 2009, couldn’t get accurate cut pulled by Gymkana. Tried resourcing with several other techs and was still unsuccessful. Suggestion - Use a brush to clean off the key and remove any dirt that may be in crevasses. If no key code is generated by Gymkana, compare the key cuts to what the Gymkana show

Subaru FAQs

Published October 27th, 2022 by Matt Shore

2001 SUBARU IMPREZA:   SUB 010 - vehicle would go into programming mode, but the remote would not register. Suggestion - this vehicle may have 2 possible remotes.  I’ve checked multiple sources but none fully agree to what remote this vehicle takes.  If the customer has an original working remote, match up the FCC ID with either the SUB 010 or possi