Originally Posted by AdamGarcia

Does ANYONE know what the security light triple blink is? I've tried this like 30 times and have waited up to 10 minutes for programming and nothing. I have noticed that sometimes I get the standard one security light blinking and other times I get a double blink with a short pause followed by a single blink then a long pause then a double blink again. Does anyone know what this actually means, I'd rather someone's true knowledge than assumptions.

Originally Posted by nomods4me

for ShawnOK - I got this flip key and I like it although it IS bulkier than a regular key. The one I bought works and the "Lock" and "Unlock" buttons work but the trunk button doesn't - oh, well


http://www.ebay.com/itm/R8-STYLE-FLI...0AAOSw6kxXHq9i

Originally Posted by JohnMD

After lots of tries (and failures) using the directions on the Forum, I contacted East Coast Locksmiths. Tami provided me with directions that were similar to those posted on the Forum, but a bit different than the ones I used. She said that, for some reason, people had problems successfully programming keys for this car. Might be timing?? Mine is a 2002 that was built in August of 2002 -- one of the last ones for that year. So, at least for this car, the dealer didn't block out key programming.

The directions follow.

Key Programming
1. Close all doors.
2. Insert an already programmed master key into the ignition.
3. Turn the key from the OFF to On and back OFF FIVE (5) times.
4. Open and close the drivers door SIX (6) times.
5. Remove the key from the ignition.
6. Insert the new key you want to program into the ignition.
7. Wait 1 minute. The security light will be blinking for this one minute. When it stops blinking your key is programmed. To end programming step on brake one time.

Timing may be important. I did the key on and off to the count of 1 Mississippi, 2 Mississippi said in regular speach -- or just about on the second. Then switched keys in 3-5 seconds. Then opened the door to the same beat.

The Security light flashed for about a minute and then went out. I then hit the brake once -- proably within 3-5 seconds of the light going out.

Then started the car with the newly programmed valet key. I assume the same thing would program a new master key. Question? Can you have more than one master key? If so I may buy one and try again. Hate to lose or break the master from what I hear.

Also, here were her directions for programming the remote on the master key. Let me know if they work.

Remote Programming
1. Close and lock all doors. Unlock and open drivers door.
2. Put key into ignition and remove TWO TIMES.
3. Close and open the drivers door TWO TIMES.
4. Put key into the ignition and remove.
5. Close and open the drivers door two times.
6. Put key into the ignition. Close the drivers door.
7. Turn ignition ON then OFF ONE TIME- this will put the car in ADD mode for your remote. (Turning the ignition ON then OFF TWO TIMES will ADD the remote but will erase all existing remotes.)
8. Remove the key from the ignition. The door locks will cycle one time (or two if you are erasing) . On the REMOTE press and hold the LOCK and the UNLOCK button for 2 seconds. On the REMOTE press the LOCK button for one second.

AT THIS POINT, the locks should cycle by themselves ONE time. This means the procedure was accepted. IF the locks cycle twice it has failed. IF this happens you must start over. Hold the remotes higher up for better reception

9. Open and close the drivers door. Put key in ignition and pull out. This will end
programming.

Thank youi Tami!!!! Saved me $80 and a big hassle. I got the key from Sewell for way less than the local Lexus dealer.

John

Originally Posted by DashingDar

A bunch of us have had keys ordered and cut from 1010Keys on ebay. It is a heck of a deal for about $35 a key. The most amazing part is you just send them a picture of your key and they cut a duplicate for you. http://www.ebay.com/itm/PRE-CUT-DIY-PROGRAM-3-BUTTON-FOB-REMOTE-KEY-with-PWR-TRUNK-Listed-models-02-2-/152437924186?fits=Model%3ASC430&hash=item237e02215a:g:BxcAAOSwYHxWHG20

However, with only a valet key, you cannot program your new keys yourself. Even with the Toyota/Lexus software (techstream) you need a code from Toyota to program a new master.

I ended up going to a local locksmith and they used a key programmer to program my master keys. It cost me about $80 and took about 45 minutes. 30 minutes of those was a pre-programmed delay by Toyota. The delay keeps people from quickly stealing cars off the street using the programmer.

In case you are wondering, the difference between a valet key and a normal key is the physical size of the key & the programming. A valet key is fatter and cannot fit into the glove compartment slot. It is also just flagged in the theft deterrent system as a valet key.
That is good news, because it means you can use the grooves in the key to cut a master key.

Originally Posted by mrblister

In order to program a 2005 sc430 key you need a good working master key a new un programed master key and the instructions on the sequencing of how to program the key. It is a series of open door turn key on so many times openm and close door etc . That will work. You also can do it with the tech stream. No one can program a key unless they have the car and are able to follow the instructions.

Originally Posted by mrblister

In order to program a 2005 sc430 key you need a good working master key a new un programed master key and the instructions on the sequencing of how to program the key. It is a series of open door turn key on so many times open and close door etc . That will work. You also can do it with the tech stream. No one can program a key unless they have the car and are able to follow the instructions.

Originally Posted by Bearsfan

These instructions worked perfectly for me once I followed the directions about doing the steps quickly. I did suck it up and buy the key at the dealership ($230), they wanted $45 to program the key, but I was glad I was able to do it m yelf. now if I could only get the garage door opened programmed..