Francis' Keys

Francis' Keys Frederick, MD locksmith specializing in car keys, remotes, and key fobs for most makes and models. Licensed and insured, Maryland license #601 Mr.

In 2023, John O'Rangers discovered that the Frederick, MD area has limited automobile locksmith services, especially with the newest vehicles on the road. While the region has many outstanding locksmiths serving a variety of residential and commercial customers, most only provide limited automobile coverage. With the establishment of Francis' Keys, we can provide solutions to 99% of vehicles on th

e road today, and often at a fraction of dealer cost. In addition to Francis' Keys, Mr. O'Rangers is also the owner of Frederick's oldest cell phone and tablet repair shop, CDC Cellular Repair, proudly serving the community since 2013. The shop provides comprehensive repair solutions for iPhones, iPads, Samsung Galaxies, Motorola, and many other smartphones and tablets.

​Prior to his local business career, Mr. O'Rangers worked in the print publishing industry for two national daily newspapers and a national wholesaler of magazines serving major retailers across the country. He is a resident of Frederick County for 29 years. Prior to his residency in the county, he grew up in nearby Poolesville, MD. O'Rangers earned his locksmith accreditation at the American Center for Locksmith Training, an affiliate of Keyman Lock & Safe, in Ogden, UT. In addition to his locksmith training, he has over 10 years of experience in the repair and refurbishment of cell phones, tablets, and consumer electronics. He is also a licensed Amateur Radio operator, call sign KB3ZXO. O'Rangers earned his BS degree in 1995 from Towson University in Towson, MD and an MBA in 2012 from Mount St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg, MD. He is a graduate of St. John's Catholic Prep, Class of 1990, and St. John's Regional Catholic School, class of 1986.

Another successful immobilizer and ECU job completed on a 2003 Toyota Avalon.When all keys are lost, some vehicles requi...
06/10/2026

Another successful immobilizer and ECU job completed on a 2003 Toyota Avalon.

When all keys are lost, some vehicles require more than standard key programming. In this case the ECU was removed, read, and programmed to create a working key.

Francis’ Keys specializes in automotive key replacement, transponder keys, remote keys, smart keys, and advanced immobilizer solutions.

📞 301-682-1639

Frederick, MD and surrounding areas.

Another happy customer! 🔑Today we supplied, cut, and programmed replacement keys for a Mitsubishi right here in Frederic...
06/06/2026

Another happy customer! 🔑

Today we supplied, cut, and programmed replacement keys for a Mitsubishi right here in Frederick County.

Whether you've lost your keys, need a spare, or need help with key programming, Francis' Keys has you covered.

📍 Frederick, MD🚗 Mobile Service🔑 Car Keys • Remotes • Smart Keys • All Keys Lost

2014 Mitsubishi Outlander - All Keys LostAnother happy customer back on the road today!This 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander ha...
06/02/2026

2014 Mitsubishi Outlander - All Keys Lost

Another happy customer back on the road today!

This 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander had lost all keys. We were able to come out, create new keys, program the vehicle, and verify everything was working properly.

✅ All Keys Lost Service
✅ New Keys Programmed
✅ Remote Functions Tested
✅ Customer Back On The Road

Need a spare key before you’re down to zero?

📞 Francis’ Keys
Serving Frederick County and surrounding areas.

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05/26/2026

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05/19/2026

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Taking a few days off next week to recharge. This time of year is the best for that because it's pre-peak vacation seaso...
05/16/2026

Taking a few days off next week to recharge. This time of year is the best for that because it's pre-peak vacation season, which is often when our service is needed most.

Ever wondered why a modern car key costs more than the old copy-and-go key? We explain how encrypted immobilizers, smart...
05/14/2026

Ever wondered why a modern car key costs more than the old copy-and-go key? We explain how encrypted immobilizers, smart keys, and J2534 programming turn key replacement into vehicle-level diagnostics — and why that matters for security and price. At Francis’ Keys in Frederick, MD, we invest in OEM tools and training so we can program nearly every vehicle and often save you up to 50% versus dealerships. Need a spare smart key or push-to-start programming? No appointment needed — stop by or call for fast, professional service. Read the full post to learn what goes into modern key programming: https://wix.to/JYTtSLU 🔑💻🔧

There was a time when getting a spare car key was simple. You walked into a hardware store, the employee copied the key on a machine, and five minutes later you were done.Modern vehicles are a completely different world.Today’s vehicles contain multiple onboard computers, encrypted anti-theft syst...

Why do modern car keys cost so much more? 🔑 Modern vehicles use encrypted immobilizers, multiple onboard computers, and ...
05/14/2026

Why do modern car keys cost so much more? 🔑 Modern vehicles use encrypted immobilizers, multiple onboard computers, and OEM programming standards like J2534 — making key replacement closer to secure network configuration than a simple cut. Read our quick 2-minute breakdown to understand the tech, costs, and what to ask your locksmith or dealer. https://wix.to/u8jFYwK

There was a time when getting a spare car key was simple. You walked into a hardware store, the employee copied the key on a machine, and five minutes later you were done.Modern vehicles are a completely different world.Today’s vehicles contain multiple onboard computers, encrypted anti-theft syst...

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Serving Frederick County, MD And Surrounding Areas
Frederick, MD

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 6pm
Thursday 9:30am - 6pm
Friday 9:30am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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+13016821639

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