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Help.... (lost all master keys)

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Old 11-01-03, 05:22 PM
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I lost my car key last night at a rave party and i couldnt find the key. I only got a master key when i bought this car. Now the car is at dealer and they gonna charge me $841 for 2 master keys and programing. Is there anyway cheaper way to get the key? Thx for your help
Old 11-01-03, 05:59 PM
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Old 11-02-03, 04:39 PM
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Good tip, but i dont believe programming is covered by the sale! You might want to check how much they are going to rip you for programming the key before you go that route!
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I just msged the guy. Thank you =)
Old 11-02-03, 08:53 PM
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Talk to ED!!! DevilDog is his name on this board!!! There is NOTHING he couldn't do for you as far Lexus' related issue goes.... ED IS DA MAN!
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i thought u have to replace the computer if you lose all your master keys??? i think thats what the high price is for.
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yeah..they need to replace a new computer. I mean..cant they just use the old one?
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nope.. u cant use the old computer... the computer requires a WORKING master key to program a new key. (as far as i know) search this topic... it has been discussed a WHOLE lot of times... i dont know if the newer GS's have abandoned this flaw/feature. But as of last i heard, not yet. I'm actually surprised they quoted you at such a low price of 800. usually, i hear people saying that they end up paying over a grand for this procedure. But it actually depends on the dealership (and your relationship with your dealership). Some have been known to cover (some or all) of the cost for some of their customers. Look into this!

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This has happend to a couple of my friends and customers this what they have done.Check your PM

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Default Re: Help....

Originally posted by phoenixm3
I lost my car key last night at a rave party and i couldnt find the key. I only got a master key when i bought this car. Now the car is at dealer and they gonna charge me $841 for 2 master keys and programing. Is there anyway cheaper way to get the key? Thx for your help
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i think Lexus will replace the ecu for free one time.


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Gazi you know your S....t don't you.I have done these like 4 times for different cars toyota and lexus .for free one time no ? ask .they do this for only one time and after that you are on your own. so make sure you make Xtra copies
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