Gorden42 Posted January 31, 2004 Share Posted January 31, 2004 Does anyone know if this really matters when buying a replacement FOB. I have been told that the FCC ID doesn't matter for 97 - 99 ES300 models by Lexus customer service. But every remote I see on E-Bay states that the FCC ID must match to what you previously had. Hoping someone could shed some light on this for me. I'm not looking forward to paying over $200 for a replacement if I don't have too. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbsal Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 i dont know why they would say it dont matter because the wrong fcc# will not work.you need the same fcc# as the one you have now or had.i know in my year theres 2 different fcc#s and the wrong one wont work so make sure to get the same fcc as yours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkeeney Posted February 1, 2004 Share Posted February 1, 2004 I have three remotes and they are all HYQ1512P for a '97 ES. This is the only code I've seen on ebay. Each remote has a different frequency and you have to program the car to accept the remote. I have the directions so don't pay a dealer to do it. Get one off ebay and I can send the directions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorden42 Posted February 2, 2004 Author Share Posted February 2, 2004 I have three remotes and they are all HYQ1512P for a '97 ES. This is the only code I've seen on ebay. Each remote has a different frequency and you have to program the car to accept the remote. I have the directions so don't pay a dealer to do it. Get one off ebay and I can send the directions. Yes I went ahead and purchased a remote off E-bay with that FCC ID. If you could forward me the re-programming instructions that would help. I will let the forum know if I am successful in reprogramming a new remote with a different FCC ID. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkeeney Posted February 2, 2004 Share Posted February 2, 2004 I found the procedure in another discussion. Look here: http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index...showtopic=4107& I have a little more detailed procedure written, but I haven't been able to e-mail it to you. Let me know if you need more info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adawnh Posted February 5, 2004 Share Posted February 5, 2004 My friend, I would love to shed a bit of light for you! I too was looking at paying over $200 to replace, so I did some research and found keylessride.com Keyless Ride; I bought my FOB for $70.00, programmed it myself (with instructions from the company) and it works like a charm. I was thrilled! http___keylessride.com_ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkeeney Posted February 5, 2004 Share Posted February 5, 2004 Look at eBay! There are always remotes there and they go from $10 - $40. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorden42 Posted February 8, 2004 Author Share Posted February 8, 2004 :D I am all smiles today. I am very happy to tell everyone that at least for the 1997 - 1999 ES 300 models the FCC ID "doesn't " matter. My owners manual I had listed the FCC ID of MOZ RI-4ATY, but all the FOB's on E-Bay had the FCC ID of HYQ1512P. In talking to Lexus customer support they said that it didn't matter on the 97' - 99' model years. I took the chance and ordered one for $19 off of E-bay with the HYQ1512P FCC ID and using the programming instructions I recevied mckeeney(Thank You) I was able to successfully program it to work the first time. All 4 buttons work, the only thing I wish is that when you lock the car it would make a sound. Does anyone know if there is a way using the exisiting system to make the car make a noise when locked? Oh well I guess I can't be to picky I just save about $180 and didn't even go to Geico... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steviej Posted February 8, 2004 Share Posted February 8, 2004 the ES won't make a horn beep or "bloop bloop" sound. However, this is one blip sound that is emitted when the car is locked. There is also a volume control for this sound. Under the dash by your right knee, there should be a knob. Turn it so that it is on the loudest setting. Gordon, don't get excited. The loudest setting can be drowned out by a whisper. steviej Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gorden42 Posted February 9, 2004 Author Share Posted February 9, 2004 the ES won't make a horn beep or "bloop bloop" sound. However, this is one blip sound that is emitted when the car is locked. There is also a volume control for this sound. Inder the dash by your right knee, there should be a knob. Turn it so that it is on the loudest setting.Gordon, don't get excited. The loudest setting can be drowned out by a whisper. steviej I found the volume button. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alhale Posted January 3, 2005 Share Posted January 3, 2005 I found the procedure in another discussion. Look here: http://us.lexusownersclub.com/forums/index...showtopic=4107&I have a little more detailed procedure written, but I haven't been able to e-mail it to you. Let me know if you need more info. ← I am ready to begin to program my new remote purchased on Ebay, Could you please email it to me or post it here? Thanks, Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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