Lexus Key Replacement in Phoenix, AZ
Lexus keys made where your car is parked
Desert Locksmith is a mobile locksmith. The van carries Lexus keys, key machines and programming equipment, so we cut and program your new key at your car: in your driveway, at work or in a parking lot. No tow and no waiting for a dealer appointment. Most Lexus key jobs are done in under an hour on site.
Lexus keys we make
- Chip keys and remotes. The metal key with a chip in the head and the lock and unlock remote, used on older Lexus models.
- Push-to-start smart keys. The proximity fob most Lexus models use for keyless entry and push-button start.
- Emergency keys. The metal key that slides out of the smart key. We cut it to your car so you can still open the door if the fob battery dies.
- Remotes and fob repairs. New batteries, cases and replacement fobs programmed to your car.
Lexus is Toyota’s luxury brand and shares its key systems, so we program Lexus keys with the same equipment we use for Toyota keys. We offer the original Lexus key (OEM) or a quality aftermarket key that costs less, and we tell you both prices on the phone.
Lexus fob stopped working?
Before you buy a new one: a weak battery is the most common cause, and a cracked case can often be replaced. Lexus says a fob battery usually lasts 1 to 2 years, even when the key isn’t used, so check your spare too. And in the Phoenix heat, don’t keep a spare key in the car. If your Lexus still says the key is not detected after a fresh battery, we check the fob at your car. If the fob has failed, we program a new smart key on the spot.
How pricing works
The price depends on the model, the year and the type of key. Call with your year, make and model, and we give you the exact price on the phone before we drive out. That is the price you pay. Keys and remotes we supply come with a 3-month warranty, and every key is tested on your car before we leave.
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Lexus models we work on
RX, ES, NX, IS, GX, LX, UX, CT, GS, LS, RC, TX and more.
Some newer Lexus models need extra steps when all keys are lost. Call with your model and year and we’ll tell you exactly what’s involved.
What to have ready
For your protection, we make car keys only for the owner. Please have your photo ID and the registration or title. As a NASTF-registered Vehicle Security Professional we can get security information for protected vehicles. For those models, bring your driver’s license; the name and address on it must match the registration or title.
Still have other keys for the car? Have them with you when we come. If we reset the car so a lost key won’t start it, any key that isn’t there for the reset won’t start it either.
Why call a locksmith instead of the Lexus dealer?
- No tow. We come to the car. With all keys lost, a dealer usually needs the car brought in.
- Usually the same day. Dealers may have to order the key, which can take a few days.
- You know the price first. One call, one price.
- You talk to the locksmith. Not a call center.
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Lexus key FAQ
How much does a Lexus key replacement cost in Phoenix?
It depends on the model, the year and the key type. Most Lexus models use a push-to-start smart key. Call with your year and model and we give you the exact price on the phone before we drive out. That is the price you pay.
Can you make a Lexus key if I lost all my keys?
Yes, on most models. We make the new key at your car, and on most models the lost keys can be erased so they no longer start it.
Can you program a new Lexus smart key?
Yes. We program Lexus push-to-start smart keys on site and cut the emergency key inside it to your car.
My Lexus fob battery died. Can I still get in and drive?
Usually, yes. Press the small release on the fob and pull out the metal key. It opens the driver’s door; on some models the keyhole is under a small cap on the handle. To start, press the brake and touch the Lexus logo side of the fob to the start button. When it beeps, press the button. Then put a fresh battery in the fob.
Why does my Lexus say a new key has been registered?
Many newer Lexus models show a “new key has been registered” message when you open the driver’s door for about 10 days after a key is added. That’s normal after we program your key, and it goes away on its own. If you see it and nobody added a key, have the car checked.
My Lexus key fob stopped working. Do I need a new one?
Not always. A weak battery is the most common cause, and a broken case can often be replaced. If the fob itself has failed, we program a new one at your car.
How long does it take?
Most Lexus key jobs are done in under an hour at your car.
What are your hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6pm. After hours, call anyway. If we’re free, we’ll come.
Need a Lexus key? Call (602) 301-5243. You’ll talk to the locksmith and get the price before we drive out.