2003 XLS Key and Fob - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

atc1 · 06-19-2008, 12:59 AM

My mother has lost a set of keys (key and fob). Fortunately she is using a spare set. I called the dealership and they quoted some ridiculous price for a replacement key and fob. They also charge for a programming fee. It all added up to about $300.00.

I would appreciate some guideance getting a second key and fob purchased for her. Any help on programming is also appreciated. I'm assuming that the key has a transponder (not sure).

USBP267 · 06-20-2008, 12:08 PM

atc1,
Ebay is the place to look. The vendors also provide the programming. You should have no problem programming both the key or the fob. You'll have to find a locksmith/ hardware store to cut the key for you.

atc1 · 06-20-2008, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by USBP267

atc1,
Ebay is the place to look. The vendors also provide the programming. You should have no problem programming both the key or the fob. You'll have to find a locksmith/ hardware store to cut the key for you.

Thanks USBP. Took your advice and bought a a key and fob off ebay. Less than 40 bucks delivered to my door.

lowhanger · 06-23-2008, 04:48 PM

I may be wrong but doesn't the key have a chip enbedded for the ignition? Because if that"s the case I'll try to get one from ebay myself

atc1 · 06-23-2008, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by lowhanger

I may be wrong but doesn't the key have a chip enbedded for the ignition? Because if that"s the case I'll try to get one from ebay myself

I know that the 2003 XLS has a chip (transponder).

lowhanger · 06-23-2008, 11:09 PM

So i'm guessing I would have to get the key from the dealer? I have the XLS series .......

atc1 · 06-24-2008, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by lowhanger

So i'm guessing I would have to get the key from the dealer? I have the XLS series .......

You have misread my post. I bought a key (chip/transponder) and a fob for less than 40.00 from ebay for a 2003 XLS.

USBP267 · 06-25-2008, 09:03 AM

No problem ladies and gents. Anytime I can keep people from increasing the revenue of those greedy dealerships it MAKES ME HAPPY.

Hey LOWHANGER, EBAY distributors are familiar with the transponder type keys...just keep on eye on the length of time the ebayer has been selling on ebay and their ratings....you should be completely satisfied.