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Replacement key for 2005 Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Mike Zaisser, Feb 26, 2014.

  1. Mike Zaisser

    Mike Zaisser New Member

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    Can anyone recommend an alternative to getting a new key that costs upwards of $200.00 from a Toyota dealership?
     
    #1 Mike Zaisser, Feb 26, 2014
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    usnavystgc Die Hard DIYer and Ebike enthusiast.

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    #2 usnavystgc, Feb 26, 2014
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    You can buy a new fob from Autonation or Olathe Toyota for under $120 and then do the chicken dance that is linked above.

    AutoNation Toyota Gulf Freeway Parts

    Search for "transmitter" using the search function.
     
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    I'll also second Olathe Toyota (parts.olathetoyota com), I buy just about everything there.
     
    #4 thzpcs, Apr 26, 2014
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    Another source: metrotoyotapartsnow com, currently selling the fob (transmitter) for $113.
     
    #5 mkgrayfox, May 8, 2014
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    I just bought a new one from Dayton Toyota through ebay for $100 + $5.95 shipping. It has a Toyota dealership receipt and a 12 month unlimited mileage warranty. The same dealership also sells it through Amazon but it's $120 with free shipping, so a $14 difference.
     
    #6 sorka, May 14, 2014
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    The prices of these keys sure came down a lot. I use to be able to sell them for $175 and they sold like hotcakes.

    SM-N900P ?
     
    #7 JC91006, May 14, 2014
  8. thadogsluvthaprius

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    Yes, go to ebay and search for "Toyota Smart Key Backup Remote MOZB21TG MOZB31EG Prius Silver and Black Logo". It's a back up mechanical key with a chip in the grip part, costs about $34, free shipping. I have one, you can program it yourself, instructions on the listing and the seller has video posted with very clear instructions.

    I bought one for the kid's car because we only have one remote that is not in the greatest shape button-wise. Took me about two minutes to program it, works great. You do need to get the blade cut so you can unlock the door, that's about $7, depending on where you go.

    Better then spending $100 for another remote, I do plan on getting another one, but for now this works as a good back-up.
     
    #8 thadogsluvthaprius, May 19, 2014
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