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I need to get a replacement key/ fob without the lost key present

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#1 ·
2022 Corolla LE automatic (most basic)

I had really bad luck. Rushing to get everything ready to fly oversees to Asia, and somehow both key/ fobs are lost. It is this one:

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Wife blames me for both lost, but I only recall having one. at the time. She left for Asia 2 weeks ahead of me. On my departure day, the keys were both gone. She claims that she left both keys at home, but I never found it.

As mentioned, I don't have the original keys. Can I get a replacement fob with the same key cut but a different fob code? I'm worried that I may have left the key laying around somewhere.
 
#4 ·
Thanks. Found a key! I was able to get some info to hopefully help the next person:

The flip key has 3 builds on it: chip, buttons and blade. All must be converted for a new key to work. Your vehicle key code can be gotten from the parts department at the local dealership (according to website). Once the key code is acquired, I believe you can get the blade cut somewhere (dealer, locksmith, maybe keyme?). The buttons are easy to do in the vehicle yourself. The chip must be programmed with a master key (original key) clone or through the vehicle immobilizer. I believe you must have the car at the dealer to program a new key without a master key available. On youtube, there are videos showing how to take an immobilizer and a reader and reset it to accept any key yourself. I am not sure if this method applies to my car year and model.

I ordered a spare reconditioned key on ebay for $30 with a new blade. If good, I'll probably get another. I plan to get a locksmith to cut the keys, and might rent a tool to clone both myself. Toms key has a rental for about $60. I believe I may be able to buy a similar one on ebay or amazon as well for a little more.