sando63

[sando63]

Hiya I have just purchased my very first Lexus RX 400h, Love it, it's a 58 plate, but there's an unfortunately bit,

The fella who sold it to me can't find the spare key,

Without going to Lexus and costing me a fortune, how can I go about getting a replacement,

Can any of you lovely people help,

Thanks. 

[rynd2it]

Do you know how Google works?

http://www.theautolocksmith.co.uk/vehiclestypes/lexus-keys/

 

 

[Silversalmon]

There are so many options, I suppose this chap just wanted put in the direction of someone with relevant experience who could offer positive help about one company or another.

[sorcerer]

16 minutes ago, rynd2it said:

Do you know how Google works?

http://www.theautolocksmith.co.uk/vehiclestypes/lexus-keys/

 

 

Do you know how to read? If you're going to have a pop at someone else, at least give them a link to a company that covers their area.

[rynd2it]

I do, I simply sent you the first Google result as an illustration - you do your own research

[Silversalmon]

Unnecessarily harsh, I think it's more than reasonable to ask a question of the forum, people are generally very kind and keen to provide some pointers, at least that is my experience of the group.

[Glover]

I agree Edward. I find the group to be very helpful and willing to answer any question.  People, especially new members, will stop asking questions if they are just referred to Google, the manual etc.  I've found out a hell of a lot on this forum, long may it continue:-)

[katabrontes]

I had a similar problem when a local car wash lost my spare key.   I bought a blank key with the electric module in it  from eBay but because of the problems people have reported with getting these keys cut (some apparently broke the key cutters tools) I then had a key 9with no module in it - just a shell and blade) planning to put the module into the newly cut key and reprogram it.  After trying various tricks found on the forum and also buying a programming tool from eBay with no success I took the key to a specialist key cutter in Cyprus (where they fix things) who showed me that the module didn't have the necessary chip in it!  There was a small black plastic part in the bag when I bought the blank with the electronic module but I didn't know what it was - it was the chip!  You have to put this in yourself before you program the key.

When I get back to UK I will see if I can find the chip and then try programming it again.

[sando63]

Hi, Katabrontes,

Thank you for your reply,

Regard's sando63.

[Ken.K]

22 hours ago, rynd2it said:

I do, I simply sent you the first Google result as an illustration - you do your own research

do not be put off by the above Sando, i joined this forum just a few weeks ago and i find them to be very helpful and knowledgeable people.  I have already fixed my windows and read up on loads of other stuff on here. 

[katabrontes]

I got the key cut by sales@keytrader.co.uk you need to send them either a good quality photo of both sides of the key or the key number which might be in your handbook but make sure its the right one or they will cut the wrong profile.  The electronic module came from  eBay, I am sure there are several suppliers for this.  Make sure you don't lose the small black chip (it has a number written on it).  If its packed separately you need to put it into the module, take care opening this as the tabs are quite fragile.   The programming gadget came form eBay as well and was the red Toyota/Lexis one.  I can't confirm it works as I won't be able to check until I get back to UK next week and find the chip.  There are a range of other tricks to do this involving opening and shutting doors and windows etc to be found on links on this forum. I have copies of the instructions on file and have attached a few.

Instructions for reprogramming key fob for Lexus (actually for IS but may work for RX).doc

Instructions for Toyota keymaker.July 2016.doc

Istructions for using Toyota Smart key programmer (ex Lexus forum link by a locksmith.4-8-2016.doc

Reprograming Lexus remote key (ex Lexus forum 21-6-2016).doc

[Glover]

Hope you get it sorted Dave and that you continue to use the forum.  Keep asking those questions; the forum is nothing without people's questions/observations etc.

And the more you use the forum the more you'll get to know about your car and you'll soon be contributing to and answering questions.

[sando63]

Thanks Glover, I sure will keep using this site, I've spoke to a few people now,

and they've been Brilliant