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need help....Key Fob replacement

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Old 02-01-13, 04:47 AM
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Need some help. I just picked up a GS300 and the owner gave me 2 keys, one with the lock, unlock, and trunk features. The key works great but the fob is taped up and doesn't work. Am I able to purchase another key case with the buttons and install my key for it to work or is there more that needs to be done.

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Old 02-01-13, 05:00 AM
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The casing in the key simple holds the remote buttons (self contained) in place. If your fob works transfer the new key shell over and you are done.
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Thanks for the info. The fob doesn't work but the key does.
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If you need a brand new key you can order from Sewell they cut it to your vin too. Then use master key to program new key.
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Thanks for all the tips. Ordered a replacement FOB on ebay and will move the guts with a new battery to the new unit.
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I.have the same problem, i jumped on ebay to get a new casing but idk if the gs300 uses the short blades for the key part?

Could anyone help?
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They use the short blade. The part inside the FOB that keeps the key attached broke which caused the key to "flex" when turning the vehicle on. I used some JB Weld for the meantime and will move FOB guts to the new case and have it rekeyed. Anyone know how much Toyota/Lexus charges to rekey?
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I bought a pair of precut flip keys from 1010keys off ebay and they look and work great!
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