2008 Corolla CE replacement key fobs and owner manual - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

miller7796 · 01-06-2012, 11:42 AM

My girlfriend just bought a 2008 Corolla CE from Carmax a week ago and it did not include the key fobs and owner manual. I found via Google that if the car has cruise control (it does) then it also has keyless entry. Today, I called a couple local dealerships and both want about $150 per key fob plus an additional fee for programming. An owner's manual is also about $25. More Google searching found some key fobs that came in between $20 and $40 each and I also found programming instructions. But before I buy, is there a particular brand that tends to work better, or a better site in which to buy the fobs? Or should I just base my purchase on ratings? Also, where is a good place to buy an owner's manual? I am thinking eBay would probably be the best bet...

Thanks for your input!

jkg065 · 01-06-2012, 12:32 PM

www.keylessride.com

Asks for your make or vin #

**TOYOPARTSMAN** · 01-06-2012, 12:47 PM

If you send me your VIN I can get you a price on an OEM one. I sell Genuine Toyota Parts to TN members for 30% off MSRP. That is if you want a factory one. It would still need programing.

I cannot extend this discount to Owners Manuals though, sorry.

nickxrs · 01-06-2012, 07:01 PM

We get a lot of people who buy aftermarket ones then bring them to the dealership to get programmed, only to figure out that they wont work.

mikered30 · 01-06-2012, 07:39 PM

If you are thinking about getting them from TOYOPARTSMAN, he has really good service and the 30% off is awesome if you are going OEM.

As far as the owners manual, ebay has way too many of them for sale, I believe it is $25 at the dealer for new, just to give you a gauge for pricing.

miller7796 · 01-07-2012, 06:44 AM

Thanks for the tips! I had a hard time getting the test from Keyless Ride to work last night so I'm going to try it a few more times to make sure the car has keyless entry before I place any orders. Is there anything else I should check on the car? Fuses, etc?

jkg065 · 01-07-2012, 11:26 AM

The link as passed on to you was bookmarked as future reference from a personal friend. If you are having difficulties regarding the verification procedure call 877-619-3136. Tech help at that # should be able to assist you further.
As mentioned by OP, OEM with TN SPONSER: TOYOPARTSMAN. He is quick to respond & his discount may be the way to go in your case.