devin_ch Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 Hi Guys, I just joined the forum. I bought a used 2004 RX330 but it only came with one master key and I am trying to get another key and have read some posts about cutting/programming the key but I am more confused as to what the best and most economical solution is? I am in toronto, canada. Thanks all, looking for forward to contribute on this forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBRX330 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I was at the dealer today and have 1 key that has a broken plastic housing. They quoted $60 for the housing and $350 for a new complete programmed key assembly. :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fbsdmd Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I was at the dealer today and have 1 key that has a broken plastic housing. They quoted $60 for the housing and $350 for a new complete programmed key assembly. :o This is apparently a fairly common occurrence. The shell back is attached to the front/blade with a small phillips screw, and there isn't much material there. Folks who carry the key in their pockets can put quite a bit of leverage on this inherently weak spot. I bought a back from ebay for less than $20. It was brand new original equipment. Do an ebay search for Lexus key. Put a new back on before the sender gets hurt. Sender replacement is big bucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBRX330 Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 I did get one but both sides of the plastic housing are broken so I'll still have to have the new one cut at the dealer. But it's still cheaper. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBRX330 Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Got the key blank on ebay for $19.99 and the dealer cut the key for free. Thanks to fbsdmd for the tip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katmandude99 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I had the same thing (one master key). I was quoted $320 by Bossier City dealer and $270 by Little Rock dealer. I have no idea why there is such a difference. I checked ebay and found key blanks for sale, but nobody in my town can cut a key like that. I can buy a genuine Lexus key and the dealer can program it to my car. That is my only option and I'm too stingy to fork over the cash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Bearden Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 I had the same problem with only getting one key with our 05 RX330...i bought two remote keys on E-Bay for about $50 each...Bills Lock and Key in Little Rock cut them for $4 each...they are not a special key that requires a "laser cutter" just a small milling machine....I took the car to Landers Toyota and they programmed them for $20 each. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BD Mobile Electronics Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 I was at the dealer today and have 1 key that has a broken plastic housing. They quoted $60 for the housing and $350 for a new complete programmed key assembly. :o Wow I cant believe that price I am in akron ohio I have had keys made for those cars for alot less. Send me a message or just reply and ill get ya the info. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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