How to get keys made
11-22-07 | 11:20 AM
#16
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None of this is true for me... Own a 93 sc300. I have no such transponder.
11-23-07 | 07:38 AM
#20
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.
11-24-07 | 09:49 PM
#23
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From: Ohio
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 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!
04-02-08 | 02:51 AM
#24
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From: ca
If yes, where would instructions be?
(FYI: Sewell has some basic details on programming. Has anyone tried?)
Thanks!
04-02-08 | 07:38 AM
#25
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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...
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...
Last edited by Ivan330; 04-03-08 at 05:33 AM. Reason: Found out the current url
04-20-08 | 02:21 AM
#26
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From: United Kingdom
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
04-20-08 | 01:49 PM
#27
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From: Texas
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.
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.
04-21-08 | 10:57 PM
#28
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From: florida
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...
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