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Old 11-22-07, 11:20 AM
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Originally Posted by gadgetSC
All SC keys from 92 to 00 have transponders in them, including the wallet key. The wallet key transponder is in the black key holder. You have to place the key holder near the steering column when using the wallet key to start the car.


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None of this is true for me... Own a 93 sc300. I have no such transponder.
Old 11-22-07, 06:00 PM
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had a 95 didnt have a transponder.
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The key only cost me $25, but the cut cost me $75 on my local key places laser cutter.
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^ouch. guess its cheaper around here.
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uhm i have a 93 with no transponder. i went to my locksmith in lake forest, illinois and he made me 4 keys. cost 40 bucks total, including the blanks. i gave him my original key, he took blanks off the hook, and cut them all in about 5 minutes. i used them all on my car right away and they all worked. the older sc's...probably 97 and older dont have a chip. the only thing the key would have is the keyless entry button, which is not a chip that would work with a computer as anti-theft.
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Made a correction to my original post....should have read 98 - 00 for the transponders. Sorry for the confusion.



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^^^^ it all good. you still brought up a good point. most people dont know some of this information, which can save them some money in the future.
Old 11-24-07, 09:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Scotty93
I have a 1995 SC400 that I bought used. Came with only one key that does have a transponder which lets me open the door remotely. I need a backup and didn't want to drop a lot of cash. Very interesting that you found a key cutting place that could do the Lexus routing. Thanks to all.
I have the same issue, my 1993 SC300 only had one remote master key when I bought it. It even worked once I replaced the battery. I will probably go with the deal at Sewell if it is better than the dealership. I've been guarding my lone key with my life since I bought the car. I just don't understand how a Lexus car owner could possibly lose the keys to their pride and joy! Good information everyone, thanks!
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Originally Posted by gadgetSC
All SC keys from 98 to 00 have transponders in them, including the wallet key. The wallet key transponder is in the black key holder. You have to place the key holder near the steering column when using the wallet key to start the car.


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Anyone know if a 3-button remote from, say, '97 SC can be programmed to work on a '98+ SC?

If yes, where would instructions be?
(FYI: Sewell has some basic details on programming. Has anyone tried?)

Thanks!

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* Ah! It is a different url than the one on the "resellers" page; sewellparts online.com *Needs to be updated


www.lexus-parts.com working for anybody? The site worked very slow yesterday, and today it is completely inaccessible. ??? If they are down for good (maybe?), I don't see other vendors in the list that give the option for a duplicate key...

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No problem with keys bought on ebay even though they were longer than original-The transponder was swapped though-does anyone know the theory of the transponders which must be possible to remanufacture to suit
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I have a key problem too.

When I bought my is300 it only came with 1 key.Out of all the keys of course the previous owners lost all of them but the valet key.

Is there some way I can get a new master key programmed to work with it? Lexus stealership told me it would be around $500+ I also dont have the title since im paying on the car.I just wanna have a key with the lock/unlock features.
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Originally Posted by twizted
I actually do this for a living, if your is a pre 97 i believe it wont have a transponder. Mine is a 93 and it doesnt, it is however a routered cut we do them for $35-$40. They will however not have a lexus logo because they are generic ilco or kyko blanks. If it has a transponder im not sure, i have a programmer comming for them but dont know how much the blanks are going to be. I program all domestic transponder keys for $35 so the lexus will probably run around $60 when i get them in... If you want one with a key pad then you have to goto the dealer...
Where are you located in Florida.I need to have a blank cut for my 95 LS
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Default Computer chip car keys in Toronto

Here in Toronto, a guy in Dollar Store (west end of Toronto, Finch/Weston) made my computer chip car key at a price much cheaper than Dealership.

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