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Lexus ES 330 Key Programming

9 messages,  Last post on May 13, 2012 at 1:22 AM

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#1 of 9 04 Lexus es330 Key programming by laj0131

May 22, 2007 (10:35 am)

i just got a used 04 lexus es330 the car only came with the "valet key". i called Lexus they told me that i could get a key for $171 i payed it but guess what this doesnt include the programming this was just for them to cut the key!!!! so now i have a key that is good for nothing, i have heard there are ways you can program it yourself if anyone could help i would so appreciate it they are giving me ridiculous quotes on programming the key from $200-$898 please help me out!

#2 of 9 lexus key by mike208

Jul 18, 2007 (9:54 am)

I have the same questions except mine is 2005 Rx 330...I got a single operating key and would like another one...I alos would not mind having apalin spare key.

#3 of 9 Re: lexus key [mike208] by braidel

Jul 19, 2007 (10:31 pm)

Replying to: mike208 (Jul 18, 2007 9:54 am)
keylessride.com sells instructions for $15 and have a great return policy if they or even if a key doesn't work. i hear it should only take 15 minutes to do it yourself, IF you have a master key. the first post in this thread who said he only had a valet key would need to get a working master (sounds like he has one now, but it's not working yet). in this case, he would have to get his engine computer flashed. this likely will cost more $. and may be only dealers can do this, but i dont know.
 
also, i encourage you to shop around. in my area (suburban philadelphia), some dealers sell new keys for $158 and $25 to program the key (if you have a master), others do the same for well into the $200 range.
 
i can't believe programming instructions aren't on the web somewhere (???) for free but for $15 i'm willing to buy them.
 
good luck all.

#5 of 9 Re: lexus key [mike208] by pat

Jul 24, 2007 (7:37 am)

Replying to: mike208 (Jul 18, 2007 9:54 am)
Hi Mike - I moved your other post here: mike208, "Lexus RX 330" #3867, 24 Jul 2007 7:05 am. That's where the folks familiar with the RX 330 are hanging out.

#6 of 9 air bag lihjt by vcrespo

Jan 09, 2010 (4:44 am)

i have a 1996 lexus es 300,my question is my airbag light came on. how do i trun it back off without unbluging it. thanks

#7 of 9 2005 Lexus ES 330 vehicle Manual by epangga

Jun 15, 2010 (7:12 pm)

I just bought a used 2005 Lexus ES 330 and realized the vehicle operations manual is missing from the glove compartment where it is supposed to be. I suppose the dealership is not obligated to supply the new owner of the vehicle of such a manual when it turns out to be missing. Can I order this manual from the Lexus dealership and how much do they cost?

#8 of 9 Lost key to car but have the key code..HELP PLZ!! by krmk1977

Oct 23, 2011 (1:04 am)

I have a 1996 ES300. I lost my keys, but I do have the key code. I am being quoted around $500 from the dealer. Does anyone have any cheaper suggestions?!? Thanks!!!

#9 of 9 Lexus car keys 2006 ES by oscarlett

May 13, 2012 (1:22 am)

Replying to: krmk1977 (Oct 23, 2011 1:04 am)
I just purchased a 2006 ES 330 with only 1 master key. The customer reviews on ikeyless.com were scathing...does anyone know of an ethical company outside of Lexus who replicates & programs keys ?
The tranny is performing well, maybe because it only has 41K.
Any warning signs I should be looking out for? Loving the ride so far!

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