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Old 10-19-11, 04:42 PM
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Default Keyless shell case broke

Hi folks,

Can you guys help me find a place that sells the most affordable shell case for the keyless entry? I strill have the key, I can turn on the engine, remotes buttons work, and everything is fine except it looks like this:

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As you can see, it's cracked but not completely. I almost lost the remote buttons because the shell split in two and the remote fell out. Good thing I noticed.

Thanks!
Old 10-19-11, 04:51 PM
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here is the link!
Both of my keys broke in the same spot as well

http://www.factorylexusparts.com/ser...Y-SHELL/Detail
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I bought 3 Lexus blank keys for about $15.00 on ebay. Don't spend $55.00 for one key.
Old 10-19-11, 06:29 PM
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Originally Posted by iolmaster
I bought 3 Lexus blank keys for about $15.00 on ebay. Don't spend $55.00 for one key.
Can you list which seller you used so we know which is a good one?
Old 10-19-11, 06:38 PM
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ya it happend to me too so i superglued it and tape it (just a little)..but that was only temporary..but it did the job just fine..
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The key has three part.

1. Shell half with the key blade molded in.
2. Electronics
3. The other half shell.


I was once in the Lexus parts dept and the associate rummaged through a bin and gave the item#3 for free to a customer ... it was cannibalized from some key. If #3 is broken, check with Lexus parts and if they are as nice as Lexus of Austin, you can have one for free.

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Originally Posted by salimshah
The key has three part.

1. Shell half with the key blade molded in.
2. Electronics
3. The other half shell.


I was once in the Lexus parts dept and the associate rummaged through a bin and gave the item#3 for free to a customer ... it was cannibalized from some key. If #3 is broken, check with Lexus parts and if they are as nice as Lexus of Austin, you can have one for free.

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#1 and #2 are both broke and cracked. I don't understand how i'm supposed to replace just #1 if the key blade is molded in. Wouldn't I have to pay a butt load of money to get the new key laser cut?
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Originally Posted by Mut
#1 and #2 are both broke and cracked. I don't understand how i'm supposed to replace just #1 if the key blade is molded in. Wouldn't I have to pay a butt load of money to get the new key laser cut?
I said #3 can be had for free. Cracked #2 is hard for me to visualize. If possible post a pic.

Next cheaper option is to by an uncut key and have it cut by the seller.

If #2 is broken, then search on net for some one selling an old one.


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Originally Posted by salimshah
I said #3 can be had for free. Cracked #2 is hard for me to visualize. If possible post a pic.

Next cheaper option is to by an uncut key and have it cut by the seller.

If #2 is broken, then search on net for some one selling an old one.


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Oops, sorry. I meant broken/cracked #1 and #3. Both shell halves are damaged.
Old 10-22-11, 04:37 PM
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Get a couple of them from here - http://www.dealextreme.com/p/lexus-2...y-casing-16361

They are good and will last you at least a few years if not more. Once you get them, take your old key and this blank to a local locksmith and they should be able to grind the key for you for about $20

Put the old electronics back into this new shell

I had the same issue and it worked beautifully. The key quality is good and this is the cheapest way to replace it.
Old 10-22-11, 08:03 PM
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I had the exact same issues with my keys.

Purchased replacements from a guy/company on eBay (Rocket-keys). 2 keys minus the electronics for $40 - CUT & SHIPPED for free. And, you get your choice of colors.

You'll need your 4-figit keycode in order to have him cut it for you. Or he can also work off of a picture (although I'd be less likely to trust that method).

I'm very happy with them!
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