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Locksmith FAQs Brighton
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Frequently Ask Questions.
Here we have listed some of the most frequently asked questions we receive from our customers. If you have a question about our services which is not listed here, then please feel free to contact us. We will be happy to assist you.
Ostan Locksmiths is a mobile automotive and motorcycle locksmith. We work on car keys, remotes, transponders, ignitions, vehicle lockouts, broken-key extraction, car locks, and motorcycle keys, programming and ignitions.
Yes. We are based in Brighton and come to the vehicle across Brighton and Melbourne, subject to availability and safe access.
Yes, for supported cars and motorcycles. We check the key system before confirming replacement or programming.
Make, model, year, registration if you have it, exact location, whether any working key remains, and a short description of the fault. Photos help.
Yes. After we confirm authorised access and the vehicle details, we provide mobile car lockout assistance for supported vehicles.
Yes. We assess sticking, worn or non-turning vehicle locks and ignitions and explain suitable repair or replacement options.
Call 0410 380 354 with the vehicle details and location, or send an enquiry. We confirm the suitable service before arranging a mobile visit.
Pricing depends on the vehicle, the key or ignition system, whether a working key remains and the service required. We explain options before work starts. Spare car keys from $110. Ignition replacement from $279.
Availability and travel time vary. Call with the exact location and vehicle details so current availability and a realistic arrival window can be confirmed. Often within 30 minutes.
Yes, for supported vehicles. The make, model, year and key system are assessed first.
Remote replacement is available for compatible vehicles. We check the existing key, remote functions and vehicle details first.
Yes. A sticking key can involve the blade, lock wafers, ignition barrel or more than one fault. We assess before recommending a path. Do not force the key.
The mobile service operates from Brighton across Melbourne, subject to availability and safe vehicle access.
Motorcycle key replacement and programming are available for supported mechanical and transponder systems. Bike make, model, year and VIN or chassis details are checked first.
Yes. Steering-lock pressure, a worn key or barrel wear can produce similar symptoms. Arrange an assessment rather than forcing the key.
Usually no. We work at the vehicle. Some immobiliser or dealer-coded systems cannot be supported on site; we say so before work begins.
Identification and evidence of authorised access may be requested before vehicle work begins.
Yes. We remove accessible fragments from ignitions, doors or boots with tools suited to the lock, then discuss a replacement key if needed.
Yes, for supported vehicles. A transponder key must talk to the immobiliser as well as turning the lock.
Yes. Technicians are licensed, insured and certified. We explain the job before starting.
Yes, 24/7, 365 days. Availability still depends on location, traffic and current bookings.
If the key system is not supported we will say so and will not guess. Share the make, model and year so we can check first.
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