Some keys need programming because the key is not just a cut piece of metal anymore. Many car keys have a chip inside, and many remotes must sync with the car. If that chip or remote is not matched to the vehicle, the car may not start, or the buttons may do nothing...
Your key type is usually easy to spot at home. Look at the head of the key. If it is plain metal with no plastic, it is often a basic key. If it has a thick plastic head, it may be a transponder key with a chip inside. If you have buttons to lock and unlock, you have...
