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Buick Enclave Key Replacement

Buick Enclaves have been on Dallas–Fort Worth roads since the 2008 era, and across 5 key generations this model has used 4 different key systems — transponder key; “philips crypto 2 / hitag 2 / id46”; “hitag2 extended / ~id46, id46e / pcf7952e, pcf7961e”; smart / proximity (peps). Whichever yours is, DFW Keys 4 Cars cuts and programs it at your location, 24/7: spare keys, lost-everything replacements, fob programming, and lockouts. Call (214) 717-6398.


About Enclave Keys

The table below is our verified key reference for the Buick Enclave — model years, key types, and the transponder/immobilizer family each generation uses. Generations overlap at boundary years, and trim levels (keyed vs. push-to-start) can differ within the same year, so we always confirm the exact part by VIN before dispatching.

Model / GenerationYearsKey TypeTransponder / ImmobilizerBlade / FCC
Enclave2008–2017Transponder keyPhilips Crypto 2 / Hitag2 / ID46B111 / B106 (GM45)
Enclave2008-2017“Philips Crypto 2 / Hitag 2 / ID46”Transponder key
Enclave2017-2020“Hitag2 Extended / ~ID46, ID46E / PCF7952E, PCF7961E”Remote head key
Enclave2018–2020Smart / proximity (PEPS)Hitag2 Extended / ID46, ID46EHU100 emergency insert
Enclave / Encore / Envision / Envista2021–2025Smart / proximity (PEPS)confirm by VIN (GM PEPS)HU100 emergency insert

Security System & Immobilizer

Buick uses GM’s security systems by era: PassLock cylinders with plain keys, PK3/PK3+ transponders, ID46 keys, and current proximity fobs.

On the Enclave specifically, the immobilizer families we see are: Philips Crypto 2 / Hitag2 / ID46, Transponder key, Remote head key, Hitag2 Extended / ID46, ID46E, confirm by VIN (GM PEPS). A key that is cut correctly but not programmed to this system will turn the locks and never start the engine — programming is the half of the job that matters.

Which key does your year have?

  • 2008–2017: Transponder key — Philips Crypto 2 / Hitag2 / ID46 (B111 / B106 (GM45))
  • 2008-2017: “Philips Crypto 2 / Hitag 2 / ID46” — Transponder key
  • 2017-2020: “Hitag2 Extended / ~ID46, ID46E / PCF7952E, PCF7961E” — Remote head key
  • 2018–2020: Smart / proximity (PEPS) — Hitag2 Extended / ID46, ID46E (HU100 emergency insert)
  • 2021–2025: Smart / proximity (PEPS) — confirm by VIN (GM PEPS) (HU100 emergency insert)

Our Enclave Key Services


Buick Enclave Key FAQ

I lost the only key to my Enclave. What now?

We come to the vehicle, verify ownership, cut a new key from the VIN, and program it on-site. No tow, no dealer wait — this is our most common Enclave call.

My Enclave is push-to-start. Can you really program that outside the dealer?

Yes. Late-model Enclaves (2021–2025) use a proximity smart key on the confirm by VIN (GM PEPS) system — our trucks carry the fobs and the programmer. We cut the emergency blade too.

My Enclave is older — do you still stock keys for it?

Yes. We carry blanks and chips going back to the 2008–2017 generation (transponder key), and a code-cut fresh key usually turns a worn lock better than any copy of your worn key.

How fast can you reach my Enclave in DFW?

We dispatch the nearest mobile unit across the whole metroplex, 24/7. Call (214) 717-6398 with your location and we’ll give you an honest ETA.