Hello I have a newbie question, as a new owner of a 2000 LS430 how can I tell if the car is equipped with the smart key system?? The only key I have now is a black one wit the key hidden in the key fob. Now the trick part is I need to press the fob every time to get it lock/unlock and I do see those 4 little black rubber button on the door handles. Much appreciated with your experience in this matter. I will upload pictures later on this week once I get it all cleaned up. Cheers

K

 

Welcome to Clublexus!

Seems as if your LS430 is equipped with the smart key.

You need to enable it by pressing the ON switch for the smart key system which can be found above the drivers right knee (somewhat hidden.) Give that a try before we get any further diagnosing the system.

FYI: In the US, smart access was not available till 2004.

 

Also ensure your using the master key not the valet key. The master key should be the only one with the boot on it. The valet key will not work

 

CelsiorAUS you are correct...I'm using the valet key only thats why. Many thanks!

 

Thank you Grand_LS for the valuable info. I guess the Asia market offered LS430 since 2000 and it came out with smart key system at the time already. Now the question is where can I purchase blank master keys?? Originalkeyless or something after digging thru the threads there? Many thanks

 

While i'd love to point you to the many clublexus vendors here with competitive pricing, i am not sure the FCC ID will match, which could make them a little more than paper weights.

Can you post the FCC ID printed on your key (or its equivalent) and we'll try and match it up for you.

 

Dear Grand_LS4,

The key I have is says "Toyota TMEL-2" and DENSO 12BZA on it. Your help is much appreciated. Thanks.

K

 

I currently dont have a key, but can someone confirm if thats indeed the same code on US keys?


If so, you can order from sewell, otherwise you might have to see your local dealer or a dealer in the country of origin.