strife

Hey guys. I bought a used 07 IS250 this year with only one FOB key.

I was walking at the mall today and realized the FOB was missing. I still have the metal key, just the FOB part came off.

The car is parked at a public place so I need to move it soon. What is the best option for me right now?

I'm aware that I need to bring the car to a lexus dealer to get a new FOB programmed. Is there any way to start the car with metal key only? If not, does Lexus' roadside assistance cover towing expenses?

GiantsFan

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I think your only option is getting the car towed to the dealership, im pretty sure you can't start it with only the metal key.

About lexus covering towing expense ... im not sure...

strife

Yeah, I just confirmed that car wont start without the fob, however the towing expense will be covered.

Anyone got a smartcard key programmed to their 07 IS250? I'd rather get a smartcard instead of a FOB if it's possible.

iKenn

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I dont see how they will pay for towing expenses.. If they do , then thats a great dealership.

You can get a smart card programmed but it will cost you more.(for the actual card)

Phiber

I don't see why not. It depends if the dealership is far or close by. Because AAA is willing to tow my car within a few mile for free.

tex2670

That's why you pay so much $$$ for a lux car. Roadside isn't "free".

Phil888

iTrader: (1)

where's your spare keys at?? You can buy the FOB on ebay for a hundred bucks and have the dealership program it or else its going to cost you around 5 hundred bucks.

kickin8

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smartcard can program with IS, but the key cost $$$

good luck

mvlbr

$$$$$ Good Luck

sinister2c

you can get the card key overnighted from Sewell...probably cheaper than the dealer unless they are will to price match. and purchase another key on ebay or something.

You will pay for the key programming...so might as well pay once and get two keys done at the same time.

istundra

iTrader: (2)

Unfortunately your car will need to be at the dealership to have a key reprogrammed. I'm pretty sure it will have to be towed. Sorry to hear of your misfortune.

That's why i prefer using the OEM leather case.. loop my keyring around the blade and the pouch.

Just incase the blade comes off.. you still have the keyfob attached.

Goodluck!

strife

Hey guys... I got my car towed to the near Lexus dealer. The expense was covered by the road assistance.

I asked the service tech if they ever programmed smartcard key to a 2007 IS250. They said they never have. Is the procedure different for programming the FOB key vs the smartkey?