Valet keys
#16
As long as the doors are unlocked, the trunk release button on the dash works. You don't even need the key in the ignition.
#17
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iTrader: (1)
There's a valet switch in the glove box. It kills the option to open the top and to pop the trunk via the cabin switch. In addition, the valet key now limits the valets entry into the glove box and center console. The valet key will only allow him to manually open the doors and start the car.
#18
Yeah Shawn I forgot about the switch in the glove box. I never worry about the valet. I don't leave anything in the car for them to go through. I have noticed the center console gone through before after leaving it with the valet. Not that there was anything they wanted. That has happened only once or twice over 30 years or so.
#19
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Yeah Shawn I forgot about the switch in the glove box. I never worry about the valet. I don't leave anything in the car for them to go through. I have noticed the center console gone through before after leaving it with the valet. Not that there was anything they wanted. That has happened only once or twice over 30 years or so.
Reminds me of this post...https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc430-2nd-gen-2001-2010/710959-unwanted-attention.html
Last edited by ShawnOk; 11-19-15 at 01:18 PM.
#20
The kind that ruin things for other people. There are always those people. To bad the minority can ruin things for everyone. All my cars have gps tracking and dash cam. I also can see if they have been disconnected and reconnected. Helps give a little peace of mind.
#21
Lexus Test Driver
Thanks for confirming what I read. I need to purchase a real valet key, one without the raised side area.
#22
Lead Lap
Yes BGW, that is correct.
#24
Lexus Test Driver
Thanks Shawn, Toyota valet keys are usually not that much, the big money shows up when you want the key and transponder.
I found a really good deal on a used key with transponder on eBay. The guy had eight of them, I won a used key with transponder for $17 shipped, then I found a vender selling an uncut key, no transponder, with a Lexus logo on the back of the case for $8.
I programmed the new transponder and key immobilizer with no issues (tech stream).
It was a very lucky find and wish I would have purchased more keys with the shell.
Not bad for $25.
The new key with my current key.
I found a really good deal on a used key with transponder on eBay. The guy had eight of them, I won a used key with transponder for $17 shipped, then I found a vender selling an uncut key, no transponder, with a Lexus logo on the back of the case for $8.
I programmed the new transponder and key immobilizer with no issues (tech stream).
It was a very lucky find and wish I would have purchased more keys with the shell.
Not bad for $25.
The new key with my current key.
Last edited by Bgw70; 11-22-15 at 03:22 AM.
#25
Lexus Test Driver
Here is a link to the key but it is $17 now.
Please note, I have not cut the key yet, it looks good but I will not know until it is cut.
Please note, I have not cut the key yet, it looks good but I will not know until it is cut.
#26
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Thread Starter
No, you don't want to buy the three button key to make a valet.
Buy this one:
It has the transponder inside, not just the case. I also bought 2 three button keys for just 7.95 and after 20 bucks each to cut, they worked good, here:
Buy this one:
Amazon.com: 2002-2009 Lexus SC430 Replacement Transponder Ignition Car Key Short blade w/ Logo - 38.1mm (1.5"): Automotive
It has the transponder inside, not just the case. I also bought 2 three button keys for just 7.95 and after 20 bucks each to cut, they worked good, here:
#27
Lexus Test Driver
Thanks Gman, I was only showing the used master key I purchased for $17. It was used and I purchased it for the transponder. I also purchased a new uncut key blank.
I am looking for a new uncut valet key to replace the incorrect valet key I have...the one I have, does have the grove on the side, master, but does not have any buttons.
I am looking for a new uncut valet key to replace the incorrect valet key I have...the one I have, does have the grove on the side, master, but does not have any buttons.
#28
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Thread Starter
I spoke to the locksmith and he showed me the difference between the two: the master key has groove ( square cut) on both edges, the valet key does not. My question is, where do you buy the blank valet key. I've tried eBay and Amazon but got no luck. Bgw, didn't you buy one?
#29
Lexus Test Driver
Click on this link, I never purchased a new valet key.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/Lexus-SC430-...1427774/i.html
http://www.ebay.com/sch/Lexus-SC430-...1427774/i.html
#30
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Thread Starter
Thanks Bgw. They all have groove on the edges. I hate to go to the dealer.