Smart Fortwo W453 Key Replacement (2014 Onwards)
Intro
The third-generation Fortwo has been built since 2014, and its key is a 2-button flip remote. Keyless Go cars use a 4-button proximity fob instead. When yours is lost, broken or stops working, Kamran can cut and programme a new one at your car.
Which key does the Fortwo W453 use?
The standard key has two buttons — lock and unlock — and carries a PCF7961 chip on 433MHz with a VA2 blade. The Keyless Go fob has four buttons — lock, unlock, panic and hatch — and a 4A chip, also on 433MHz. Its FCC number is CWTWB1G767 and its keyway is VA2. Your registration number tells Kamran which one your car has.
Year and generation range
The W453 is the third-generation Fortwo, in coupe form (C453) and cabrio form (A453). Renault co-developed the car, and it shares its platform and engines with the third-generation Renault Twingo. The Pure, Passion and Prime trims all used the same key. The page uses "2014 onwards" for the year range.
Lost all keys vs spare key
When every key is gone, the replacement is made from the car's data. When one working key remains, the spare is copied from it and programmed beside it. Both jobs happen at the car, and both start with proving ownership.
How the key is programmed
Programming a W453 key needs a direct connection to the car. That takes specialist equipment, and it cannot be done at home. A main dealer will not programme an aftermarket key. The exact tool Kamran uses is confirmed by him.
Who does the work
Every visit is done by Kamran, who brings 15 years of Smart key experience with him.
What affects the price
No price is published on this page yet. The quote comes on the call.
The key version matters — the standard 2-button key or the Keyless Go 4-button fob. So does whether every key is lost or you still have one. Cutting a blade and programming the key are both in the quote. To get your figure, ring 07367 634032, give your registration number, and Kamran will quote a fixed price before booking.
How long it takes
How long the job takes is not published yet. Kamran confirms it when you ring, once he knows which model it is and what the job is.
Proof of ownership
Ownership comes first. Kamran will tell you on the call which documents he needs, and nothing is made until they are confirmed.
Common problems for the Fortwo W453
The W453 faults that come up most are a key the car fails to detect, a key that will not open the locks, a fob battery that has gone flat, and a Keyless Go fob that stops responding. The W453 fob's battery type is not given here yet.
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Call to action
Call 07367 634032 now — open 24 hours, mobile service across the West Midlands.
Frequently asked questions
What key does a Smart Fortwo W453 use?
The standard W453 key is a 2-button flip remote, with a PCF7961 chip on 433MHz and a VA2 blade. Keyless Go models use a 4-button proximity fob instead, with a 4A chip. Your registration number tells Kamran which one your car has, so have it ready when you call and he will confirm the key before booking.
Can I programme a Fortwo W453 key myself?
No. A W453 key needs a direct connection to the car and specialist equipment, and it cannot be programmed at home. A main dealer will not programme an aftermarket key. A locksmith or specialist programmes it at your car instead. Kamran will confirm the exact method and tool when you call.
I have lost all my Fortwo W453 keys. Can you still make one?
Yes — a new W453 key can still be made at your car when every key is lost, once ownership is proved. Have your registration number ready and call 07367 634032: Kamran will confirm which documents you need before booking. He cuts and programmes the replacement where the car is parked, and tests it in the car before he leaves.
What is the difference between the standard key and Keyless Go?
The standard W453 key is a 2-button flip remote that you press to lock and unlock the car. The Keyless Go version is a 4-button proximity fob that works without taking the key out of your pocket. They use different chips, so they are not interchangeable. Kamran will check your registration and confirm which one your car uses.
How much does a Fortwo W453 key cost?
No price is published here. Call 07367 634032 with your registration number and Kamran will give you a fixed quote before booking. The figure depends on whether you still have a working key, which key version your W453 takes, and whether a blade must be cut.
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