2014 Chevrolet Impala Key Replacement

The 2014–2020 Impala uses the same key setup, so everything on this page applies to those years too. The full picture is on the Chevrolet Impala key guide.

2014 Chevrolet Impala: key facts

Key type: Flip key
Push-to-start: No
Transponder chip: 46E (Hitag2 Extended)
Programming: OBD
All keys lost: We can originate new keys on site

Two cars coexist these years: the retail 10th-gen Impala (46E flip key on LS; proximity fob with push-button start on upper trims) and the old-body fleet 'Impala Limited' (ID46 PK3+ key) — we confirm which car by VIN.

What kind of key does a 2014 Impala use?

The retail 2014 Impala on the LS trim uses a flip key: a metal blade that folds into a remote head. Inside the head is a 46E transponder chip, also called Hitag2 Extended. The car will not run unless the chip's code is recognized, so a blade that is cut correctly but carries no matching chip will turn in the ignition and still not start the engine. This car also has a mechanical backup key for the door lock, which matters if the remote battery dies.

Flip keys on this generation tend to fail in a few predictable ways. These are the ones we see named most often for this setup:

Cracked remote-head or flip-key shells, broken flip hinges and worn buttons
Remote battery failure
Low-quality cloned or aftermarket chips that fail intermittently

Can you copy a 2014 Impala key, or is it an all-keys-lost job?

Both are possible on this key setup. A duplicate needs an original working key to copy from. We cut a new blade, then program the chip so the car accepts it. If you still have one key, making a spare now is the easier path, because nothing about the car has to be worked out from scratch.

If every key is gone, that is still workable. Our data shows an all-keys-lost job is possible for this key, and programming is done through the OBD port. It does not require NASTF SDRM access. We cut a key from the vehicle's information, program a new one to the car, and test it. Because we have vans, the work can be done where the car is parked, so there is usually no reason to tow it anywhere first.

One caution on cheap spares: aftermarket or cloned chips are a known source of intermittent no-start complaints on these cars. A key that starts the car on Monday and not on Thursday is worse than no spare, so chip quality matters as much as the blade.

How does a key replacement actually go?

Here is how a typical job runs from the first call.

You call (213) 577-1366 and give us the VIN, usually visible at the base of the windshield or on the driver's door jamb, along with the trim level.
We confirm which Impala you actually have, since the 2014 model year covers more than one car (more on that below).
We check that you are the owner and that the car is yours to have keys made for.
We cut the mechanical blade to match the lock.
We program the transponder chip through the OBD port, then test starting the car, the remote buttons, the door lock and the backup blade.
If the shell is the only thing damaged, we tell you so, rather than selling you a whole new key by default.

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What affects the cost of a 2014 Impala key?

We don't quote numbers on a web page because the honest answer depends on your situation. These are the things that move the price:

Whether you have a working key to copy, or all keys are lost
Which key your car really takes: a flip key with a 46E chip, or a proximity fob
Whether the problem is a cracked shell, a worn button or a dead chip, since a repair is often the more economical route compared with a full new key
How many keys you need cut and programmed in one visit
Whether you come to our Westwood storefront or we travel to the car
The time of day, since we answer around the clock and after-hours work is a different call than a weekday visit

What do we confirm by VIN on a 2014 Impala?

Our records for this year are not fully settled, and we would rather say so. Two different cars share the 2014 Impala name. The retail tenth-generation Impala uses the 46E flip key on the LS, while upper trims on that car use a proximity fob with push-button start. Separately, the older-body fleet car sold as the Impala Limited uses an ID46 PK3+ key. The flip-key details on this page apply to the retail LS setup, and we confirm which car you have by VIN, or in person, before cutting or programming anything.

Since 1987 we have worked from a storefront at 10740 Wilshire Blvd in Westwood, alongside our mobile vans. You deal with one company, not a dispatch middleman, and David, the owner and lead technician, oversees the work. California requires locksmith companies to hold a BSIS LCO license, and you should ask any locksmith for theirs before work begins.

For the wider picture, see our Chevrolet Impala key pages, the Chevrolet key overview, or our general car key services. To describe your situation, use the contact page.

Frequently asked questions

Does a 2014 Chevrolet Impala have a push-to-start?

The retail LS with the flip key does not. Some upper trims on the retail car use a proximity fob with push-button start. We confirm which you have by VIN before quoting or programming.

What transponder chip does the 2014 Impala flip key use?

The flip key on the retail LS uses a 46E chip, also called Hitag2 Extended. The older-body fleet Impala Limited uses a different ID46 PK3+ key, which is why we check the VIN.

Can you make a key if I lost all my 2014 Impala keys?

Yes, an all-keys-lost job is possible on this setup. We cut a key and program it through the OBD port. You will need to show that the car is yours.

Do I need the original key to get a copy?

For a duplicate, yes, an original key is needed to copy from. If you have none, the job becomes an all-keys-lost job, which is still doable but involves more work.

Does programming need the dealer?

Not for the 46E setup based on our data. Programming is done via OBD and does not require NASTF SDRM access, so a dealer visit is not required for this key.

My Impala key shell is cracked but the key still works. Do I need a new key?

Not necessarily. Cracked shells, broken flip hinges and worn buttons are common on these keys, and sometimes only the housing needs attention. We look at it and tell you what is actually broken.

Why does my aftermarket Impala key start the car only sometimes?

Low-quality cloned or aftermarket chips are a known cause of intermittent starting. A properly programmed chip is the usual fix, and we can check what is in your current key.

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Reviewed by David, Owner & Lead Technician, Wilshire Lock & Key — in the locksmith trade since 1987.

Last updated 2026-10-11.