For Those That Need New Keys - Spotted These

[matt-c]

Just spotted these on eBay - could be perfect for those needing anew key case due to cracking/breaking?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/251138117080?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_500wt_1378

[Pete Shawn]

hi

would it be better to install the "push start" button rather changing the key fob as it's keep breaking after a few months because i've changed it twice and it's not cheap to get it cut.

[matt-c]

Also, the seller is open to best offers - I just took one of these keys for £7 inc

[matt-c]

hi

would it be better to install the "push start" button rather changing the key fob as it's keep breaking after a few months because i've changed it twice and it's not cheap to get it cut.

I guess you could, but you'd need to sort out a nice way of having the transponder activate in the car so the engine will start. One way is to cut it off the remote pad, and glue it behind the cowling of the ignition, near the receiver, so it's permanently activated. However, that is like leaving the key in the ignition, and not something I'd want to do.

I guess you could relocate the transponder receiver to somewhere else, such as one of the cubby holes in the centre console, then get in, put your remote fob in the cubby hole, and push the starter. But that sounds like a LOT of work to me

Also, remember you'll need to modify/disable the steering lock too, which is normally done by the key.

The other option is to not do either of these two things, and just stick your key in the ignition, which will activate the transponder, then turn the key to disable to the steering lock, and then push the starter button - kinda defeats the point though really since you'll need to have a key, put it in the ignition and turn it!

Lastly, I still like to have the actual key with a blade - should the worst happen and the Battery go flat in the key, or in the car, preventing me from opening the car up, at least I can manually unlock using the key

Push button starters are nice, but IMO, it's not really worth all the hassle and agro of retro fitting it if you want it to work OEM style

As for cutting - I paid £6.99 to get a replacement key cut. Granted, at first it didn't work (it did the door, boot and glove box, but wouldn't turn in the ignition). Then I spent a few mins with a file on it, smoothing it out and taking down the tip a little, and it works perfectly now. From what I read, on here and other places, the majority of people who get keys cut pay under a tenner for it. One guy recommended a place that charges £15 (I think it's a mobile service) but said it's worth the extra few quid since they do a top notch job everytime

[lexusis200x2000]

Ordered one first as last.

[ChrisIS200SportTTE]

Just ordered 1..... Thanks :)

[matt-c]

Mine was on the door mat as I just got home today. Seems to be of pretty good quality; the plastic is a little thinner than the stock key, but the logo is spot on (actually a bit more shiny gold than the original, and the Denso sticker has all the right numbers on it. The blade is a little bit longer, in total, than the standard one, but the grooves and flares all appear to be the same dimensions, so it should be absolutely fine.

For the sake of a couple extra quid over a plain one, I reckon it's worth it - especially if you're planning on selling the car and want standard, normal, looking keys.