Help!

[GeorgeGil]

ok. I impulsively bought an IS200 SE Auto (2002) yesterday at a car auction and picked it up at a bargain. But there are some minor issue that needs resolving.

first it came without an owners manual (ordered one on eBay, not delivered yet)

the keys is the issue right now, the car came with two master keys, I think they are master keys, both has three buttons on, which according to this forum are the master keys.

the buttons on both keys didn't work and I replaced the batteries. Both are now working insofar as that the LED comes on when I press a button (unlock/lock/boot), the issue is this has no effect on the car. I can press any button on the key and nothing happens with the car.

I can use the key to unlock and start the car, but that is it.

Now I have been reading quit a bit on here and thanks for everybody contributing, but I am slightly confused. Do I need to reprogramme something according to some of the "replacement keys" guide on here? or is it just a simple thing that I am missing?

if this is a big issue, I have noticed someone on eBay selling an ecu, keys and barrels, would it just be a simple easy swap?

any help would be appreciated.

[iceman67]

hi and welcome first the answer is reprogram one key only first see if this works then do the next hope this helps neil

[GeorgeGil]

hi and welcome first the answer is reprogram one key only first see if this works then do the next hope this helps neil

Hi Neil.

Thanks for the reply.

I tried this guide:

http://www.lexusownersclub.co.uk/forum/index.php?showtopic=64727

But it just never seems to enter "programming mode".

after this step:

" 6. Put key into ignition. Turn to "ON" , turn off and remove."

the car just doesn't do anything. This is frustrating the crap out of me!

I have tried both keys, neither one is working.

:tsktsk: :tsktsk:

[GeorgeGil]

Right, I think I know what the issue is. The ignition barrel is quite worn out, I can even remove the key after the car is started.

So I think I am unable to put the car in 'program' because the ignition barrel is not recognising that I inserted the key.

does this make sense to anybody?