key chain cover broken
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key chain cover broken
trying to find an after market key cover, can anyone assist??
called dealer and to replace the plastic cover that holds the electronics, they want $90. figured it can't be more then $1.75 in plastic. can anyone point me in a cheaper direction???
Thanks
Frank
called dealer and to replace the plastic cover that holds the electronics, they want $90. figured it can't be more then $1.75 in plastic. can anyone point me in a cheaper direction???
Thanks
Frank
#2
If you use the search features of the forum you will find a number of existing threads on this topic. Take a moment to search them out.
If your key has just broken the section of the shell with the Lexus logo you could probably get that fairly inexpensively from a number of sources such as eBay. Unfortunately, many of the keys break the section holding the electronics and the key blade itself necessitating a replacement be purchased -- blade and all. You keep the electronics and move it into the new shell. Thus, the cost. Actually, $90 is not all that expensive depending on what they are providing to you.
Should you need a new set of keys, and you may just want to get extras just in case, you might want to talk to the folks at 1010keys on eBay. Not a recommendation, just that members here who have used them have had good experiences. You can ask them about cutting the keys for you.
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/1010keys/m.html
#3
same thing happened to me, i ordered a key from dealextreme . com cost me 3.50 delivered. and yes it is a whole key, just not the guts. i simply robbed the back cover which broke, and i am good to go.
it does take a while to get delivered, as it comes from hong kong.
it does take a while to get delivered, as it comes from hong kong.
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took the cheap route
thanks for the replies, decided to try the cheap route first $3.48 shipped, can't beat it. I booked marked both sites and plan B will be the $30 one on ebay, that is still a lot cheaper then dealers.....
thanks again,
Frank
thanks again,
Frank
#5
This was a programmed key and it is cut?
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Thank you!
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i was quoted 30 bucks from a locksmith to have the key cut.
this is the only brand i have seen with the chip able to me removed from one key to another, its far superior to the fixed type chip, as when the key breaks, you just salvage what you can.
i have used that site for a couple years now, with only one issue (cell phone case arrived broken, upon emailing them with a picture, they sent a new out out right away)
worst part is the shipping time, i have waited as long as 4 weeks. and keep in mind, most of china shuts down for the month of FEB, for there new year, so, you could be waiting til march for them to process your order.
this is the only brand i have seen with the chip able to me removed from one key to another, its far superior to the fixed type chip, as when the key breaks, you just salvage what you can.
i have used that site for a couple years now, with only one issue (cell phone case arrived broken, upon emailing them with a picture, they sent a new out out right away)
worst part is the shipping time, i have waited as long as 4 weeks. and keep in mind, most of china shuts down for the month of FEB, for there new year, so, you could be waiting til march for them to process your order.
#9
Chinese New Year ends end of JAN I think (I have Taiwanese supplier). They are back to work on 02/01.
#10
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the key is attached to the shell....
http://lexus.sewellparts.com/accesso...2004/2794.html
$70.11 with CL discount...you need to have the locksmith to cut the key
ebay would be the cheaper route....good luck
http://lexus.sewellparts.com/accesso...2004/2794.html
$70.11 with CL discount...you need to have the locksmith to cut the key
ebay would be the cheaper route....good luck
#11
Welcome to Club Lexus and the wonderful world of Lexus keys...
If you use the search features of the forum you will find a number of existing threads on this topic. Take a moment to search them out.
If your key has just broken the section of the shell with the Lexus logo you could probably get that fairly inexpensively from a number of sources such as eBay. Unfortunately, many of the keys break the section holding the electronics and the key blade itself necessitating a replacement be purchased -- blade and all. You keep the electronics and move it into the new shell. Thus, the cost. Actually, $90 is not all that expensive depending on what they are providing to you.
Should you need a new set of keys, and you may just want to get extras just in case, you might want to talk to the folks at 1010keys on eBay. Not a recommendation, just that members here who have used them have had good experiences. You can ask them about cutting the keys for you.
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/1010keys/m.html
If you use the search features of the forum you will find a number of existing threads on this topic. Take a moment to search them out.
If your key has just broken the section of the shell with the Lexus logo you could probably get that fairly inexpensively from a number of sources such as eBay. Unfortunately, many of the keys break the section holding the electronics and the key blade itself necessitating a replacement be purchased -- blade and all. You keep the electronics and move it into the new shell. Thus, the cost. Actually, $90 is not all that expensive depending on what they are providing to you.
Should you need a new set of keys, and you may just want to get extras just in case, you might want to talk to the folks at 1010keys on eBay. Not a recommendation, just that members here who have used them have had good experiences. You can ask them about cutting the keys for you.
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/1010keys/m.html
#12
Only $27.49 for two keys. You give them your key code (on the cover of owner's manual) or take a picture and send to them. 1010keys (2585) 99.4% Positive feedback on ebay. I ordered from them about two years ago.
I just lost the screw out of one key today. For only $27.49 I'm ordering 2 new keys and buying some blue permatex thread locker! Forgetabout the stealer dealer...
I just lost the screw out of one key today. For only $27.49 I'm ordering 2 new keys and buying some blue permatex thread locker! Forgetabout the stealer dealer...