Toyota Prius Locksmith in Washington, DC

Toyota Prius lockout, keys and ignition service

The Toyota Prius is a hybrid or electric vehicle we see regularly on DC streets and in DC garages. Toyota has used transponder chip keys since the late 1990s, and many models moved to high-security laser-cut blades and push-button Smart Key fobs from the mid-2000s on. Older Toyotas are among the quickest cars to make a key for; the newest models need current programming equipment, which our vans carry.

Toyota Prius lockout

Locked out of your Toyota Prius? A technician arrives in 15–25 minutes anywhere in DC and opens it without damage. Hybrids and EVs start with a button, and many lockouts on them trace back to a dead 12-volt battery that leaves the doors and fob unresponsive. We open the car and get power to it so it can be started or charged. More about car lockout service.

Toyota Prius key made

If you lost your only Toyota Prius key, we cut a new one by code or by decoding the lock and program it at the car, so no tow is needed. Have your ID and registration ready. More about car key replacement.

Toyota Prius key programming

We program transponder keys, remote-head keys and push-to-start fobs for the Toyota Prius, add spares, and erase lost keys from the vehicle on request. More about key programming and key fob replacement.

Toyota Prius ignition repair and replacement

The Toyota Prius starts with a button, so there is no ignition cylinder to wear out. When it will not start, the usual suspects are the fob battery, the fob or the 12-volt battery, and we test each before replacing parts. More about ignition repair.

What to have ready when you call

• Year, make and model, and whether it is push-to-start or turn-key
• The VIN (on the dashboard at the windshield, or on your registration or insurance card)
• Photo ID and proof the vehicle is yours
• Where the car is parked, including garage level if it is in a garage