Programming keys...

[pviebey]

Well, the good news is that we've gone from 2 Mercedes to 2 Prius (1 2005/red, 1 2006 blue)....

Love it, love it!

Now, the weird part. My wife just lost one of her keys - and now can't figure out where the little silver keytag thingie went to in order to get a replacement.

We have the 'keyless go' thingie, doors open when touched, just push start, no need to put the key in. I think this is 'SKS'?

I see I can buy a replacement key online (http://www.keylessride.com/order/cho...05&model=Prius). Even comes with programming instructions (even found instructions on CoastalTech's site).

So, can I just buy the replacement and reprogram it? And, then have a local key store cut the key? What do I need that little silver thingie the dealer made a big deal about (personally, I'm guessing it's to order a precut key)?

Even better, any reason why I can't program her car to recognize the 'spare' key for my car (2 cars, 3 keys)?

PS: Haven't posted - but have been a supporter. Ordered a bunch of stuff from Sigma, was gonna order XM from CoastalTech, but given the posts, went with PriusXM (and them PriusSirius for the wifes car).

Thanks!

[cgraham]

Originally posted by pviebey@Mar 5 2006, 09:03 PM
Well, the good news is that we've gone from 2 Mercedes to 2 Prius (1 2005/red, 1 2006 blue)....

Love it, love it!

Now, the weird part. My wife just lost one of her keys - and now can't figure out where the little silver keytag thingie went to in order to get a replacement.

We have the 'keyless go' thingie, doors open when touched, just push start, no need to put the key in. I think this is 'SKS'?

I see I can buy a replacement key online (http://www.keylessride.com/order/cho...05&model=Prius). Even comes with programming instructions (even found instructions on CoastalTech's site).

So, can I just buy the replacement and reprogram it? And, then have a local key store cut the key? What do I need that little silver thingie the dealer made a big deal about (personally, I'm guessing it's to order a precut key)?

Even better, any reason why I can't program her car to recognize the 'spare' key for my car (2 cars, 3 keys)?

PS: Haven't posted - but have been a supporter. Ordered a bunch of stuff from Sigma, was gonna order XM from CoastalTech, but given the posts, went with PriusXM (and them PriusSirius for the wifes car).

Thanks!

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[cgraham]

Welcome to PriusChat!

Originally posted by pviebey@Mar 5 2006, 09:03 PM

Now, the weird part. My wife just lost one of her keys - and now can't figure out where the little silver keytag thingie went to in order to get a replacement.

We have the 'keyless go' thingie, doors open when touched, just push start, no need to put the key in. I think this is 'SKS'?

I see I can buy a replacement key online (http://www.keylessride.com/order/cho...05&model=Prius). Even comes with programming instructions (even found instructions on CoastalTech's site).

So, can I just buy the replacement and reprogram it? And, then have a local key store cut the key? What do I need that little silver thingie the dealer made a big deal about (personally, I'm guessing it's to order a precut key)?

Even better, any reason why I can't program her car to recognize the 'spare' key for my car (2 cars, 3 keys)?

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There have been several discussion on this topic that answer most of your questions. I suggest using the Search function and search for replacement key or SKS.

I did not know you could program your own, and thought the tag number was for the dealer to do that for you (for money).

C

[jrfaris]

Originally posted by pviebey@Mar 5 2006, 07:03 PM
I see I can buy a replacement key online (http://www.keylessride.com/order/cho...05&model=Prius). Even comes with programming instructions (even found instructions on CoastalTech's site).

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Keylessride says the following:
PROGRAMMING
** This remote must be programmed by your local dealer, or a local KeylessRide Locksmith Partner. Click here to see if there is a KeylessRide Locksmith Partner location near you. The price quoted does NOT INCLUDE dealership programming fees.

That is consistent with what previous posters have said. Don't plan on programing it yourself plus you need the other fob for the dealer to do so. Don't lose it too. Try searching for "lost fob" to see what others have said.

[Bill Lumbergh]

If you're talking about the little aluminum sliver with the numbers printed on it, it's a key code so the dealer can cut cut you a new physical key without removing the one from your fob. I still have mine just for that reason.

[darelldd]

Never mind. Found it!

[pviebey]

Keyless ride sells the instructions separately (look at the 2005 Prius link specifically)...And, the description of the key says: P
"ROGRAMMING
Price INCLUDES programming instructions for training the vehicle to recognize the remote."

So, I ordered the instruacitons online for a whopping $15. Unfortunately I won't be able to try it until later this week...

I'll post what I find.

[jeromep]

The site looks reputable. If you live in Central Washington the nearest partner is in Wenatchee. Nice day trip if you aren't that close.

Be careful when choosing a key from the site. Remember, there are two different keys available depending on if you have SmartKey or not. The more expensive remote is for SmartKey equipped cars. The less expensive remote is for non-Smart Key cars.

[jrfaris]

Originally posted by pviebey@Mar 6 2006, 11:00 AM
Keyless ride sells the instructions separately (look at the 2005 Prius link specifically)...And, the description of the key says: PROGRAMMING
Price INCLUDES programming instructions for training the vehicle to recognize the remote."
So, I ordered the instruacitons online for a whopping $15. Unfortunately I won't be able to try it until later this week...
I'll post what I find.

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Thought you said you have the Smart Key System (SKS). If that's the case, you may looking at the wrong fob. The SKS fob requres dealer programing, the normal fob (non-SKS) has the instructions available. Their pictures don't really differentiate by appearance so I used the "Please guide me" link at the bottom. This is the link for SKS fobs

[vazquezt]

Life is Easy
programyourremote.com

You can find how to program any remote here!