2004 RX330 Key
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2004 RX330 Key
Hey Guys!
I just bought a 2004 RX330 in Toronto, Canada but it only came with one key! I was wondering what is the most economical way of getting another transponder key for it. I saw the key for $50 on ebay but still need to take it to the dealer to program it but I am wondering if anyone has done it themselves etc. or there is a better way to do this...
Any suggestions will be appreciated!
I just bought a 2004 RX330 in Toronto, Canada but it only came with one key! I was wondering what is the most economical way of getting another transponder key for it. I saw the key for $50 on ebay but still need to take it to the dealer to program it but I am wondering if anyone has done it themselves etc. or there is a better way to do this...
Any suggestions will be appreciated!
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I purchased blank key on EBay (I don’t recall $$) and had it cut at local locksmith for $30. Then I searched for programming instruction here, on CL and programmed the key myself. That was for our old RX300.
However, for programming, as I recall, you’ve got to have at least one master key.
However, for programming, as I recall, you’ve got to have at least one master key.
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Did you get yours from a dealer? Or private seller? Or a used car place? As mentioned, if it came from the dealer, they owe you one more key.
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No I bought it from a used car dealer and he said he only got one key from the auction he bought it from. The dealers in Toronto area are quoting $400 to get a new key. There must be a better way to get a new key.
Any help will be greatly appreciated!
Thannks!
Any help will be greatly appreciated!
Thannks!
#6
It will be $250 by the time you are done, cheapest.
#7
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Keep asking for help? Read replies. As I suggested previously, visit eBay and get your key with cut and programming.
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#8
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Lex2000TL, I removed your ebay link. The link you provided was to an RX 300 key. devin's looking for a key for his RX 330 - they are considerably different. That seller has no current offering of a 330 key blank.
There are several available on ebay - just search ebay motors for Lexus RX330 remote key
There are several available on ebay - just search ebay motors for Lexus RX330 remote key
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Lex2000TL, I removed your ebay link. The link you provided was to an RX 300 key. devin's looking for a key for his RX 330 - they are considerably different. That seller has no current offering of a 330 key blank.
There are several available on ebay - just search ebay motors for Lexus RX330 remote key
There are several available on ebay - just search ebay motors for Lexus RX330 remote key
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Just thought I would share our experience about getting a copy made of our master key for a 2004 RX330. At first we expected to pay a hefty price for the service.
1. I bought a brand new blank key with transponder off eBay for ~$65 (Denso OEM key)
2. Called dealer (Seattle area), asked for a price quote to:
a) Cut the key
b) Program it to lock/unlock, use power door, etc.
c) Register it with the ignition so that it can start the car
Service guy gave me a quote of $12.50 ! I was a little skeptical, thought that maybe he made an error...?...
3. Today we went to the dealer and for $12.50+tax they did a+b+c.
It was a pleasant surprise. I read so much about the $2xx dollar costs for a replacement key...
So, all in all, with shipping and taxes it came out to be a little under $80 for a functional second master key.
1. I bought a brand new blank key with transponder off eBay for ~$65 (Denso OEM key)
2. Called dealer (Seattle area), asked for a price quote to:
a) Cut the key
b) Program it to lock/unlock, use power door, etc.
c) Register it with the ignition so that it can start the car
Service guy gave me a quote of $12.50 ! I was a little skeptical, thought that maybe he made an error...?...
3. Today we went to the dealer and for $12.50+tax they did a+b+c.
It was a pleasant surprise. I read so much about the $2xx dollar costs for a replacement key...
So, all in all, with shipping and taxes it came out to be a little under $80 for a functional second master key.
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So, like I described, the programming was done for the engine to turn over and the alarm+door-locks to be enabled/disabled.
Cheers.
#13
Just thought I would share our experience about getting a copy made of our master key for a 2004 RX330. At first we expected to pay a hefty price for the service.
1. I bought a brand new blank key with transponder off eBay for ~$65 (Denso OEM key)
2. Called dealer (Seattle area), asked for a price quote to:
a) Cut the key
b) Program it to lock/unlock, use power door, etc.
c) Register it with the ignition so that it can start the car
Service guy gave me a quote of $12.50 ! I was a little skeptical, thought that maybe he made an error...?...
3. Today we went to the dealer and for $12.50+tax they did a+b+c.
It was a pleasant surprise. I read so much about the $2xx dollar costs for a replacement key...
So, all in all, with shipping and taxes it came out to be a little under $80 for a functional second master key.
1. I bought a brand new blank key with transponder off eBay for ~$65 (Denso OEM key)
2. Called dealer (Seattle area), asked for a price quote to:
a) Cut the key
b) Program it to lock/unlock, use power door, etc.
c) Register it with the ignition so that it can start the car
Service guy gave me a quote of $12.50 ! I was a little skeptical, thought that maybe he made an error...?...
3. Today we went to the dealer and for $12.50+tax they did a+b+c.
It was a pleasant surprise. I read so much about the $2xx dollar costs for a replacement key...
So, all in all, with shipping and taxes it came out to be a little under $80 for a functional second master key.
Not bad, not bad at all! Can you please let us know the vendor at ebay? Thanks.
#14
Lexus Test Driver
Um... well, our 2004 RX has the engine immobilizer system, as stated in the manual. I also tried to start the car with the key - after it was cut and before programming - and the ignition would not turn over.
So, like I described, the programming was done for the engine to turn over and the alarm+door-locks to be enabled/disabled.
Cheers.
So, like I described, the programming was done for the engine to turn over and the alarm+door-locks to be enabled/disabled.
Cheers.
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http://stores.ebay.com/THE-REMOTE-KEYLESS-ENTRY-STORE
The seller is midwestkeyless
A good thing about them is that they had an 866 number in their listing, I gave them a call, and they provide info on the key before you buy and tech support, if needed.
I searched around a little more on eBay, and found a few sellers that are selling the same key for $5-10 cheaper - the same denso shell + OEM transponder. But midwest-keyless has the reliability with a 60 day warranty and the info/tech support, FWIW.
The G Man:
Nope. The dealership has never seen us before, nor we - it.
Last edited by Ivan330; 04-17-08 at 09:35 AM. Reason: answered another question