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Old 11-02-11, 08:58 AM
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the wheel lock key broke and i need to replace it it.. is it as simple as going to the dealer and giving them your vin? is there anywhere online i can order form ( no lexus dealers near me)
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The dealer will have a master set of lock keys, they can check it out and order you a new one. Many members here are removing these lock keys and replacing them all with standard Lexus lug nuts. However I wouldn't do it if you are running custom wheels or live in a bad neighborhood.

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Originally Posted by soda7o
the wheel lock key broke and i need to replace it it.. is it as simple as going to the dealer and giving them your vin? is there anywhere online i can order form ( no lexus dealers near me)
I had lost mine and had to order a new key, but I had the original paperwork, which means that I knew the 'code' and 'number' of my key. They were very efficient in getting a new key to me ($14.99) within a week. You might wish to give them a call and see if they can help. [Maybe you can send them the old one and they can determine what 'key' it is?)
McGuard - 3875 California Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127-4198 - Tel.: (800) 444 5847. Good luck!
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Or you can take a picture of your lock and email to McGard, they will send you a replacement. I have done it. Quick and not expensive,
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I don't want to have to tell you my experience. It was in the first few months I was in Mexico and realized there was no wheel lock to be found anywhere in the vehicle (and the used car dealer I bought it from in Virginia didn't have it), so we had to burn the locks off (heated them up just enough to crack them open without damaging the bolt). Toyota was actually not yet open at that time to help.
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I do not want to remove them, not that i live in a bad area but here and there rims get taken ( my buddy got two rims stolen from his maxima)

thank for the info i have the original lock and i think it has a number on it i also have all the paperwork for the car so ill give a stealership a call
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I suggest you do direct to McGard, assuming it is made by McGard. Quicker and direct cost. Send them an email, they will quote and then buy it.
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Originally Posted by mandyfig
I suggest you do direct to McGard, assuming it is made by McGard. Quicker and direct cost. Send them an email, they will quote and then buy it.
Yes, direct is best. And you can call them and speak on the 'phone. The price of a new key is $14.99.
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