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Replacing a Toyota Key There are a variety of options available to consider if you find that your Toyota key fob is damaged. A service center can cut a brand new key for you, which will save you money when the internal electronics are in good condition. If the case is damaged, it will likely require repair. If the case is intact, you can open it using the key that is hidden or a small pry tool to open the visible notch. Then, gently lift the circuit board to reveal the battery. Keys lost or damaged It can be a stressful experience when you lose your Toyota keys or your key fob fails to function. We can help you find a new metal key or a high-tech key fob. Toyota offers some of the most advanced car keys available on the market. These include transponder chips which communicate with the vehicle to prevent unauthorized starting and lock the engine when the incorrect key is used. They also allow you to lock and unlock the vehicle remotely and start it. This extra security comes with cost. Replacing a damaged or lost Toyota key can cost hundreds of dollars. The blade of your Toyota key will indicate whether it's equipped with transponders. If there is a tiny dimple or dot on one side or if the key is marked with an 'H' or 'G marking it is equipped with transponder. If the key isn't marked at all, or has a bump that is large on the top, it is not a transponder key. The cost of replacing a traditional metal key is typically less than $50. The cost of keys with a transponder chips is greater, since they need to be programmed to work with the system of your vehicle to immobilize it. Dealerships can have machines that cost between $150-$250 to use. Additionally the key must be cut and laser-programmed. We can provide you with new keys and have it ready for pick-up at our Hilton Head location. The cost can vary based on the type of keyfob you require and the discounts on parts are available. We can purchase an entirely new case if your key fob is damaged, but the electronics remain functional. If your fob is completely ruined or damaged beyond repair it is required. Smart Keys If you have a Toyota equipped with smart key technology you might be able to open the doors and start the engine without taking your keys out of your pocket or purse. Smart keys allow you to store settings for different drivers, and unlock windows or sunroofs remotely. You may be able to set limits on speed for your child using the smart key. To use your smart key, you need to be within 10 feet of the vehicle. If you're in the right proximity the vehicle will light the courtesy lights, and will open the driver's or passenger's door. Then, press the button on your key fob to unlock the trunk, too. A lot of modern smart keys come with a telescoping key blade that can accommodate different hand sizes and provide greater range of access to the ignition and lock buttons. replacement toyota car key as an transponder chip that functions like traditional car keys. It sends a secure signal to the car when you use the locks and unlock buttons. It's designed to prevent thieves from hot-wiring or stealing your vehicle by turning off the engine immobilizer. This technology has some limitations. A tech-savvy thief could still employ a scanner to locate the code and then send it to the key fob. A newer smart key like the Mercedes-Benz SmartKey, uses a unique technology known as rolling codes. When you insert the key in the ignition, a computer inside the vehicle validates the unique code prior to beginning the engine. This helps to prevent unauthorized use of the vehicle because it's almost impossible for a scanner and send the same code repeatedly. If your smart key isn't responding to the lock or unlock buttons, it may have a dead battery. You can replace the battery on a majority of fobs by taking the circuit board from the case. Take a picture of the old battery and make a note where the new battery will be placed in the case. This will help you assemble it correctly. Most Toyota models utilize a CR2032 battery that you can easily buy in Freehold at any local retailer. Key Fob Battery Replacement It's not as time-consuming or difficult to replace the battery on your keyfob, as you think. The process is relatively simple and you can locate replacement batteries at any hardware store or big-box retailer. You can order them online. Apart from being affordable, a new battery can restore the proper operation of your key fob. The first step is to remove the key made of metal from the fob. A small metal button is typically located just above the key area of the fob. To remove the key, press this button. Then, take the fob apart. This can be done by pressing the small notch on the fob which appears to be a keyhole or by inserting the flat tool into the hole with the smallest. After you've cut the fob in two pieces that is, the front and the back, you can insert tools through the notch or small hole to access the battery compartment. Examine the battery. It is likely to be silver and shaped in circles. The battery will bear a mark that indicates the kind of replacement battery you need. If you've got replaced the battery, take the old battery out of its case and place the new one into. Be careful not to contact the flat surfaces of the battery, which are sensitive to fingerprints and can affect the life of the battery. Reinstall the key fob case. If you're cautious you shouldn't need to force it back in place. If it doesn't snap into position, gently press on the edges of the frame until you can separate it. Reattach the key in the metal and switch it on to test the fob. Once everything's reassembled the key fob will be like new. If the key doesn't function then please contact Toyota of Irving for assistance. We can assist you with getting the key fob and transponder chip replaced, after you've provided the required photo identification as well as evidence of ownership. We can also order a new key fob in the event that the original key fob is damaged or lost. Key Fob Case Replacement Toyota key fobs might be somewhat more difficult to lose than standard keys however, you can still be surprised if they disappear on your Belton or Killeen commute. The case of your Toyota is easy to replace, but the internal electronics require more education and expertise. Thankfully our team at Don Ringler Toyota can provide you with the information you require to make a choice. The first step is to find the Toyota key fob and determine whether the case is damaged or not. If your key fob has been damaged or completely damaged, you'll require it to be replaced by a dealer in order to have the transponder chip and other electronics programmed into your vehicle. This is more complex than an easy replacement for your key fob. You will need to present a photo identification, proof of ownership and the VIN number of your vehicle. If your key fob shows only minor damage, you might still be able to use the electronic. It is contingent on the kind of damage, for instance water or more severe physical damage. In general, if the hidden key is not damaged, you can request a new one cut at the Toyota service center and use it. Using a flat tool like a screwdriver, carefully open the case on your key fob, by inserting it into a designated slot or notch. Once you have opened the case, you can lift the circuit board (if necessary) to reveal the battery inside. Be careful not to push the case back because this could cause the electronic components to break. Remove the old battery and record the position of the battery inside the case. This will assist you to in replacing the battery properly. Close the case of your key fob after replacing the battery, and test it. If you are unable to get your key fob working then contact our service department and we will be happy to help. Make sure to bring your Toyota key code number, which you can get by presenting your driver's license and vehicle registration at our service department.