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The key is available from McGard and usually from the dealer. You don't have to purchase new locks, too. Don't wait - if you have a flat, you will be in trouble.
You'll have to get a whole new set of 4 wheel locks and key--they don't just sell the key by itself--and you'll have to get the dealer to take them off for you.
(learned about this the hard way changing a flat on my Acura late one night, and losing the wheel lock key)
you could use a slightly bigger (standard) socket to hammer it in and take it out....it is surely a PITA to do.....
you could use a slightly bigger (standard) socket to hammer it in and take it out....it is surely a PITA to do.....
Well--my tire was blown, so might as well just go to the dealer pay a little extra (really wasn't that much more--they were Michelin Energy's) for a new tire, and have them use the master key.
You'll have to get a whole new set of 4 wheel locks and key--they don't just sell the key by itself--and you'll have to get the dealer to take them off for you.
(learned about this the hard way changing a flat on my Acura late one night, and losing the wheel lock key)
You do not have to buy a whole new lock set. I know for sure because I went to the dealer and they gave me a quote of $20 or so for a new key ONLY.
I believe McGard has a code for their keys in case the key gets lost..Maybe there's a code for the Lexus key for a replacement.
If so,you can avoid a lot of hassle and expense.
That is correct. You should have been given a card when you bought the car. They also give you a tag that has a number incase you ever lose or need a new key fob to be programmed/made.
Originally Posted by kickin8
you could use a slightly bigger (standard) socket to hammer it in and take it out....it is surely a PITA to do.....
No need to do that. Bigger headache then you think. Just take it to Lexus and talk to a service rep. They will either assist you in removing the locks and placing an order for a new set or w/e you want to do.
Originally Posted by Giggity
wheel locks are useless- if a thief wants your wheels they can get around them one way or another
Originally Posted by llamaboiz
Of course but hey, at least make them work for it no?
x2 If they are sitting around trying to hit a socket over my wheel lock, I will hear and come running out.
Try 10 different combinations. Trust me, I've seen the kit and used it myself at the dealer. Gen1 and Gen2 don't really diff, its a master lock key set that they have (used for all models.)
Don't get rid of the locks, they cost money for a reason and thats to prevent theft of the oem wheels. Think about it... rims + wheels + sensors = $$$. Keys don't strip unless you are removing the lugs with the key carelessly.
Only reason why I had removed a set of my dad's car was because his car was old and I didn't feel like spending money on a new key. I have an extra set of 5 lugs I will be putting on his car soon.
You are correct, 10 different keys codes were made. However, you are incorrect about the keys durability. The Mcguard keys are extremely weak and break/strip very, very easily, no matter how careful you are. The problem is that the wheel is supposed to be torqued to 75 or 80 ft. lbs but lug nuts are usually not hand torqued by most shops/dealers. 90-100 lbs. is the norm and when you try to remove a lug nut with 90 ft. lbs. of torque, you will strip the key. This tale is all too common, I see it all the time.
