Just picked up a 2011 GS350 AWD today with only 1 key fob
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Just picked up a 2011 GS350 AWD today with only 1 key fob
Dealer has only 1 key fob for my '11 GS350 so now I need a second just in case...
I apologize if this has been asked but where can I get a second key fob and if I get a used one on eBay ect.. can the dealer reprogram it or should I get a new one and reprogram it myself or the dealer has to do it? How much would the new key fob cause and a reprogramming fee from the dealer?
Thanks in advance
I apologize if this has been asked but where can I get a second key fob and if I get a used one on eBay ect.. can the dealer reprogram it or should I get a new one and reprogram it myself or the dealer has to do it? How much would the new key fob cause and a reprogramming fee from the dealer?
Thanks in advance
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I had this happen when I bought my GX. I bought a brand new key fob for around $100 from MyLparts.com and they cut the key for me. Then I used Techstream to program it myself. You can search here and read up on bootleg techstream program.
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I went to the dealer today and asked them how much they would charge for a new key fob the part dept guy told me $245 for the key fob and $45 for the labor I left outta that door so fast and didnt look back.
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i bought it from ebay for $50 used… the locksmith just made another blade key off the original and reprogramed the fob to match the car… it took him a total of 20 min… i have his number if you come to california
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don't let them short change you for your hard earned money. Tell them thats inappropriate and you demand that they provide you with a another FOB or else they can take they're lovely car back.
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Exactly....they should be ashamed to give you one fob...especially if you bought the car from a Lexus dealership.
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As long as the key you have is the master key any used fob should work but will need reprogramming and you will need a new key cut (you will need to replace the blade and cut it) any descent locksmith with a programmer should be able to do the programming and I am sure you can find keys with fob on ebay
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I bought a used key fob for my 07. My local dealer tried to reprogram but claims it wasn't possible. I have heard others on the board have done it but best confirm your local option before buying used.
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Thanks to a member named burny for referring me to MYLPARTS.COM
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I save some money of buying a brand new key fob from MYLPARTS.COM
Clublexus member gets additional %10 discount at check out and reduce shipping cost.
promo code is CL5
Jeff at MYLPARTS is very helpful