However, things started to get complicated with the security chips. At first you could simply get your key cut as that’s all there was to it with a straight physical key (this is how it is in my 1998 Mazda Protege, duplicate key cost $3 total). While the intention was to increase security and decrease car theft, the natural consequence is that it makes it more difficult for owners to get duplicate keys. Under $100 CDN to have a Smart Key ($50 for the key, $20 for the software/cable, and $15 for the SEED code)īackground Information: (skip if you’re already familiar with the components)īriefly speaking, the evolution of the ignition component of a car went from a physical key alone, to a physical key with a security chip (the rubber head keys) to completely keyless ignitions (referred to as a “Smart Key”). To add a Smart Key (a used one) to a car with a Smart Key System (aka SKS), which is a car that doesn’t have a traditional ignition key (you push a “Start” button instead) It’s shared by -Unknown- from (BIG THANKS to his great contribution) Here is a lot of information about Toyota smart keys programming (new or used key), in threads via Toyota forums and throughout the web
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