LS4300

Hi there, I'm the new owner of a 2001 LS430 here in Australia. The previous owner gave me 2 master keys (3 button remote entry etc) although one was damaged beyond repair.

My eBay searches reveal plenty of refurbed 2002-04 keys yet I cannot find a 2001 key for love nor money.

My question is visually it matches the later year key ( HYQ12BZE ) is this compatible with the 2001 build year ?

Thanks in advance

Tom57

Your link (HYQ12BZE) is for '04 - '06 LS. That is a "SmartAccess" key. The correct key for '01 - '03 LS is this > http://www.ebay.com/itm/LEXUS-OEM-FACTORY-MASTER-KEY-WITH-REMOTE-2001-2003-LS430-89070-50660-/231667091459?fits=Model%3ALS430&hash=item35f06f4803:g:2p4AAOSw-W5Uyqi8&vxp=mtr

The '04 - '06 HYQ12BZE key is not compatible with your '01 engine immobilizer.

LS430Lexus

There are many good sellers of Lexus keys on E-bay. I have had good luck with an outfit called 1010keys. After you purchase the keys (about $75.00 for 2 Denso three button remote keys), you send them a picture of your current key. They cut the keys and include programming instructions (if applicable) for your car. I have used them for a couple of Lexus vehicles with good results. Be sure you read their e-bay posting carefully as it contains alot of information.

You should also be able to obtain a key shell and transfer the damaged key electronics to a new shell. Very common.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/PRE-CUT-DIY-PROGRAM-3-BUTTON-FOB-REMOTE-KEY-with-PWR-TRUNK-Listed-models-02-2-/152372800121?fits=Year%3A2001%7CModel%3ALS430&keys and hash=item237a206a79:g:BxcAAOSwYHxWHG20&vxp=mtr

LS4300

Awesome stuff - thank you !

Will these keys allow keyless entry and start as well ? The key looks different from my current master