Urbana District Park A trip to the park should be the easy part of your day. But a lost car key, a key locked inside the vehicle, or a damaged key can turn an afternoon at the park into a problem pretty quickly. Francis’ Keys provides mobile automotive locksmith service throughout Frederick County, including many of the parks, recreation areas and public spaces around Frederick. Car Key Help While You're Away From Home Car key problems don't always happen in your driveway. They happen after a...

BMW X5 eDrive 40e All Keys Lost Succesfully Reprogrammed Not every vehicle can be programmed through the diagnostic port. Recently, a customer contacted Francis' Keys after losing every key to a 2016 BMW X5 eDrive40e. Several locksmiths avoid these jobs because BMW security systems can require advanced procedures beyond standard key programming. This particular vehicle had been sitting for well over a year. With no working keys available, restoring access required specialized immobilizer...

If you're a dog owner, you've probably been there. You need to run into a convenience store, pharmacy, or coffee shop for just a minute. It's a hot day, and you don't want to leave your pet in a warm vehicle. So you leave the engine running with the air conditioning on to keep them comfortable. For many newer vehicles, however, there's something owners don't realize until it's too late. Push-Button Start Changes the Rules Many modern vehicles with push-button start (also called proximity or...