Program Service Fee for Extra SMart Key Remote?
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I'm pretty sure ISbb is mistaken. Someone with TIS access can confirm, but I believe that not only does one need to connect a factory scan tool, but there is also a challenge/response step to the procedure that necessitates that the dealer call Lexus, read off the number displayed on the scan tool, and then enter the number that Lexus gives them.
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it was about the keys doesn't detect by the car and the start button dosen't turn green even the key is in place so the dealer suggest he/she put both smartkeys together and do something like "re-connect" or something like that... I don't know pls forgive me if I mistaken the post...
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You can order factory brand new Lexus remote smart keys from: www.autotransponder.com. My Lexus dealer wanted $250.00 for a key, I bought a factory new one for $97.00 including shipping. I will have to take it to a key shop that can cut the back up key inside. Be careful buying one on Ebay, for the cut key will not fit your car. I am searching to find out how to program the smart key. Found instructions for a 2004 LS430, but mine is a 2005 LS430. Not sure if it will work. I hate to pay the dealer $60.00 for something that will take less than 5 minute tops!
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You can order factory brand new Lexus remote smart keys from: www.autotransponder.com. My Lexus dealer wanted $250.00 for a key, I bought a factory new one for $97.00 including shipping. I will have to take it to a key shop that can cut the back up key inside. Be careful buying one on Ebay, for the cut key will not fit your car. I am searching to find out how to program the smart key. Found instructions for a 2004 LS430, but mine is a 2005 LS430. Not sure if it will work. I hate to pay the dealer $60.00 for something that will take less than 5 minute tops!
http://www.autotransponder.com/2008_..._entry_remotes
Sewell only charges $127.50
Both are without a physical key though... Sewell get $54.73 for a key cut to your VIN... your place gets $57 for a cut key.
Dunno about programming for your car, but the 2IS you'll need a techstream II device, so you'd likely be paying a dealer the $60
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I took my new key to a local locksmith who had to cut it by hand. Charged $15.00. Then took it to the Dealer who programmed it for $55.00, and now it works great!
Strongly recommend buying New Lexus Smart keys from them. Saved over $150.00's by purchasing new OEM key fob verses buying directly from the dealer.
FYI- must use dealer to program smart key fob, for they have to scan in t the "bar code".
Strongly recommend buying New Lexus Smart keys from them. Saved over $150.00's by purchasing new OEM key fob verses buying directly from the dealer.
FYI- must use dealer to program smart key fob, for they have to scan in t the "bar code".
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I took my new key to a local locksmith who had to cut it by hand. Charged $15.00. Then took it to the Dealer who programmed it for $55.00, and now it works great!
Strongly recommend buying New Lexus Smart keys from them. Saved over $150.00's by purchasing new OEM key fob verses buying directly from the dealer.
FYI- must use dealer to program smart key fob, for they have to scan in t the "bar code".
Strongly recommend buying New Lexus Smart keys from them. Saved over $150.00's by purchasing new OEM key fob verses buying directly from the dealer.
FYI- must use dealer to program smart key fob, for they have to scan in t the "bar code".
Sewell was also ~$3 less than your site for a cut key for the 2IS