Simon Ashby, Technical Manager for adv
anced Diagnostics, Explains why The MVPPro is The Perfect Choice for New Locksmiths.
There are many factors for the traditional locksmith to consider when making the decision to offer car key programming for drivers. The biggest barrier is probably know-how and training. You may think that having a good knowledge about immobiliser systems is a must – but this is not true.
Most locksmiths are aware that from the mid 1990’s – passenger vehicles have been fitted with transponder immobiliser systems, which have increased considerably in complexity over the past years.
Today, transponders are found within all car keys and whenever additional/replacement keys are required, they must be programmed into the vehicle using specialist diagnostic key programming equipment. Originally, if a customer needed additional or replacement keys /remotes, they would have no option but to go to the franchised dealer, which could be expensive and inconvenient.
New locksmiths wishing to provide a car key programming service would be adding another income revenue stream for their business. Obviously, there are costs associated, but the return on investment can be rapid if the locksmith advertised the new service to drivers through various marketing avenues.
For the past 14 years Advanced Diagnostics have led the market with software being developed as quickly as new cars are launched. Choosing the right key programmer for your business can be difficult as there are a number of options available today. The best way to choose is to make a checklist…
Does the product come with a warranty – if so how long?
Are all makes & models covered for key programming on one tool?
Are there classroom / workshop training classes available for using the tool?
Is there on-going technical support? online how-to videos? A Technical Forum?
Cost – can you afford not buy one – considering the extra income stream?
Is the tool genuine? There are lots of fakes in the market – buyer beware!
One Solution – MVPPro ‘Pay As You Go’ Key Programmer
The MVPPro ‘Pay As You Go’ key programmer is one option for locksmiths and is a portable car key programmer for all makes & models worldwide.
Using The MVPPro is simple – it plugs into the vehicles diagnostic OBD II port and comes with various dongles that configure the tool for programming keys and remotes. The tool uses digital tokens, which are deducted from the tester when keys are programmed – one token per car normally. which makes the MVPPro unique.These tokens can be purchased and uploaded onto the tester via the internet by using the AD Loader program.
“We rely on AD Pro Series Programmers because AD has continued to lead the industry with new software that allows us to program more vehicles. The products we have purchased from Advanced Diagnostics are well made, reliable, durable and easy to use.”
Tom E Appel – CPL, Keys For Cars, Berkeley, California
FREE Software – All Makes & Models
To enable locksmiths the ability to cover any car for key programming – the MVPPro is supplied with software for all makes & models FREE. New Software is continually being developed by Advanced Diagnostics for most car manufacturers worldwide. When new software modules are released, they can be easily downloaded onto the MVPPro free of charge via the internet . So you’ll never have to buy new software in the future – making the MVPPro a wise choice for locksmiths seeking to provide additional services to drivers.
The MVPPro is becoming a popular choice for auto locksmiths worldwide, enabling access to the most advanced key programming technology at a competitive cost. Be part of this exciting & lucrative market, by offering drivers a quality key programming service.
One of the critical factors when programming additional/replacement keys, is the key itself, which in many cases must be original. As a complementary service to the programming equipment a sister company – Advanced Keys was created to sell a comprehensive range of genuine keys/remotes and transponders.
Training & Technical Support
Good quality training and technical support provides the independent locksmith with the ability to compete against the franchised dealers. The flexibility of this equipment allows you to program new keys into the vehicle. For some cars – the programming procedure can take minutes – enabling you to program keys on the roadside or at the drivers prefered location while they wait.
Advanced Diagnostics provides training and technical support via our dedicated distributor network. Our website has a wealth of vehicle information for all makes and models worldwide within Info Quest including a dedicated area for training videos demonstrating key programming on various vehicles.
For further details… visit www.advanced-diagnostics.com
INFO QUEST Mobile – Vehicle Data Search From Advanced Diagnostics
Info Quest Mobile from Advanced Diagnostics provides a quick and easy method to obtain vehicle and key programming information for over 5000 vehicles worldwide, i.e. which software / cable / dongle do I need to program keys for a 2005 Ford Focus?
Info Quest is available by clicking on the Info Quest banner on the home page of the AD website or by downloading the APP via the Apple APP store or Google Play Store.
Full data access requires an AD registered account.
So, is a key programming device right for my business?
The answer depends upon how much key programming you do, the growth potential, and your financial resources. As a general rule, we would say that if you are programming anything less than five vehicles per week, then the MVPPro is best.