"WHY!?!" (do you NEED your master key to program a new one?)
#31
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Originally Posted by chicagoblknazn
Then it is not a valet key.
Valet keys do not unlock glove boxes or trunks and they do not have buttons to unlock or open anything.
Valet keys do not unlock glove boxes or trunks and they do not have buttons to unlock or open anything.
only the "MASTER" key has the unlock/lock/trunk buttons
the valet key or spare keys don't
#32
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Help!
All I have is a valet key, and the "emergency" credit car-like key. Damn car came from an auction, and the dealer didn't have all the keys. To compensate, they put a keyless entry system into the car, but it's still not the same.
Is there ANY way for me to get some master Lexus keys, with the remote buttons on the key.
Lexus was going to charge me $2,000 or so, to replace the ECM and then recut 2 masters and a new valet and emergency key. Basically, you HAVE to buy a whole new set of keys. It's like $1800 or something. Actually, they said they threw in the ECM for free. LOL
So basically, it's $1800 worth of labor and key material to get and reset a whole new set of keys.
Any way around this?
Is there ANY way for me to get some master Lexus keys, with the remote buttons on the key.
Lexus was going to charge me $2,000 or so, to replace the ECM and then recut 2 masters and a new valet and emergency key. Basically, you HAVE to buy a whole new set of keys. It's like $1800 or something. Actually, they said they threw in the ECM for free. LOL
So basically, it's $1800 worth of labor and key material to get and reset a whole new set of keys.
Any way around this?
#33
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Kevin,
We're working on getting an aftermarket key vendor that specializes in Lexus in as a ClubLexus sponsor very soon. I think they may be able to help you out.
We're working on getting an aftermarket key vendor that specializes in Lexus in as a ClubLexus sponsor very soon. I think they may be able to help you out.
#34
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Originally Posted by DaveGS4
Kevin,
We're working on getting an aftermarket key vendor that specializes in Lexus in as a ClubLexus sponsor very soon. I think they may be able to help you out.
We're working on getting an aftermarket key vendor that specializes in Lexus in as a ClubLexus sponsor very soon. I think they may be able to help you out.
#35
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Originally Posted by KevinGS
All I have is a valet key, and the "emergency" credit car-like key. Damn car came from an auction, and the dealer didn't have all the keys. To compensate, they put a keyless entry system into the car, but it's still not the same.
Is there ANY way for me to get some master Lexus keys, with the remote buttons on the key.
Lexus was going to charge me $2,000 or so, to replace the ECM and then recut 2 masters and a new valet and emergency key. Basically, you HAVE to buy a whole new set of keys. It's like $1800 or something. Actually, they said they threw in the ECM for free. LOL
So basically, it's $1800 worth of labor and key material to get and reset a whole new set of keys.
Any way around this?
Is there ANY way for me to get some master Lexus keys, with the remote buttons on the key.
Lexus was going to charge me $2,000 or so, to replace the ECM and then recut 2 masters and a new valet and emergency key. Basically, you HAVE to buy a whole new set of keys. It's like $1800 or something. Actually, they said they threw in the ECM for free. LOL
So basically, it's $1800 worth of labor and key material to get and reset a whole new set of keys.
Any way around this?
#36
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Originally Posted by KevinGS
All I have is a valet key, and the "emergency" credit car-like key. Damn car came from an auction, and the dealer didn't have all the keys. To compensate, they put a keyless entry system into the car, but it's still not the same.
Is there ANY way for me to get some master Lexus keys, with the remote buttons on the key.
Lexus was going to charge me $2,000 or so, to replace the ECM and then recut 2 masters and a new valet and emergency key. Basically, you HAVE to buy a whole new set of keys. It's like $1800 or something. Actually, they said they threw in the ECM for free. LOL
So basically, it's $1800 worth of labor and key material to get and reset a whole new set of keys.
Any way around this?
Is there ANY way for me to get some master Lexus keys, with the remote buttons on the key.
Lexus was going to charge me $2,000 or so, to replace the ECM and then recut 2 masters and a new valet and emergency key. Basically, you HAVE to buy a whole new set of keys. It's like $1800 or something. Actually, they said they threw in the ECM for free. LOL
So basically, it's $1800 worth of labor and key material to get and reset a whole new set of keys.
Any way around this?
If you have a car that was bought at an auction, you should consider getting your ECM reflashed, that way all of the previous keys can be removed, and master keys programmed in.
Tami seems like he can do this if you ship the ECM to him. I would strongly suggest that. Or find an alarm guy that can do the service for you locally.
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I talked to Kevin and hooked him up with a local locksmith. His ECM doesn't need to be reflashed or replaced. His vehicle has the option of having the immobilizer reset using a scan tool.
Take care,
Tami
Take care,
Tami
#38
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Originally Posted by tamicalhou
I talked to Kevin and hooked him up with a local locksmith. His ECM doesn't need to be reflashed or replaced. His vehicle has the option of having the immobilizer reset using a scan tool.
Take care,
Tami
Take care,
Tami
I am so psyched, I can't even tell you.
Thank GOD for CL members.
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Originally Posted by KevinGS
Thank you, Tami. Hope to have it done by early next week.
I am so psyched, I can't even tell you.
Thank GOD for CL members.
I am so psyched, I can't even tell you.
Thank GOD for CL members.
What does it cost to re-flash an ECM, how long does it take and where does it need to be sent?
On the subject of auction cars. I bought a Taurus for my wife a few years ago from a dealer friend I have known for over twenty years. One thing I noticed right away was that there were no floor mats, owners manual, spare tire, jack or tire tools and only 1 key. Apparently all of this stuff had been stolen either before or at the auction. I insisted that everything would have to be replaced, they had quite a time rounding it all up. I have talked to a number of people who have experienced the same thing when dealing with auction cars. Where do you think the owners manuals advertised on Ebay come from?
#40
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Originally Posted by Billh2
Can you imagaine owning one of these cars and NOT having access to this group? What a nightmare.
What does it cost to re-flash an ECM, how long does it take and where does it need to be sent?
On the subject of auction cars. I bought a Taurus for my wife a few years ago from a dealer friend I have known for over twenty years. One thing I noticed right away was that there were no floor mats, owners manual, spare tire, jack or tire tools and only 1 key. Apparently all of this stuff had been stolen either before or at the auction. I insisted that everything would have to be replaced, they had quite a time rounding it all up. I have talked to a number of people who have experienced the same thing when dealing with auction cars. Where do you think the owners manuals advertised on Ebay come from?
What does it cost to re-flash an ECM, how long does it take and where does it need to be sent?
On the subject of auction cars. I bought a Taurus for my wife a few years ago from a dealer friend I have known for over twenty years. One thing I noticed right away was that there were no floor mats, owners manual, spare tire, jack or tire tools and only 1 key. Apparently all of this stuff had been stolen either before or at the auction. I insisted that everything would have to be replaced, they had quite a time rounding it all up. I have talked to a number of people who have experienced the same thing when dealing with auction cars. Where do you think the owners manuals advertised on Ebay come from?
#41
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Originally Posted by Billh2
Can you imagaine owning one of these cars and NOT having access to this group? What a nightmare.
The power of the 'Net is remarkable. The importance of a group like ClubLexus is, well, priceless. ...and I mean that literally.
#42
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I got keys, I got KEYS!!!!!! ...and I didn't have to go to the friggin' dealer (thank goodness!). The locksmith reset my ECM this morning, and got me some keys.
Thanks a ton, Tami. The guy was nice, and he got the job done.
Thanks a ton, Tami. The guy was nice, and he got the job done.
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Originally Posted by tamicalhou
You're welcome Kevin!
I'm glad he was able to get you taken care of. It was a lot easier than fighting with the dealer on this one!
Take care,
Tami
I'm glad he was able to get you taken care of. It was a lot easier than fighting with the dealer on this one!
Take care,
Tami
How can I figure out if\ my wehicle has that option?
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