Key Remote/Fob Replacement
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Key Remote/Fob Replacement
Forgive me if this has been asked before but I can't find it through a simple search.
Are there any dealers out there that would sell a remote fob to an out of state customer?
Local dealer here in Honolulu wants over $1k for a pair.
Thanks!
Are there any dealers out there that would sell a remote fob to an out of state customer?
Local dealer here in Honolulu wants over $1k for a pair.
Thanks!
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You can buy any Smart Key you want from anywhere, but you will still need a dealer to marry them. Will your dealer marry parts he doesn't sell to you? Some won't.
Also, if you buy a Smart Key elsewhere, make SURE they are unmarried and fully returnable if they don't work.
Also, if you buy a Smart Key elsewhere, make SURE they are unmarried and fully returnable if they don't work.
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It would be helpful to know the model year of your X150. The procedure changed (maybe with the 5.0?) at some point. My experience is with a 2007.
Regardless, the problem is more likely to be with the programming of said FOB than the purchasing of same. Many people want to sell you the part if they are going to program it, which kind of sticks you to the dealer. The one I went to in Colorado charged me $245 per FOB, and the programming was another $185, roughly. Jaguar dealers are also reluctant to program FOBs that don't have a leaper logo on them, but I was led to understand that it is possible.
In the middle of 2007 production, they switched from single-channel to multi-channel FOBs, and you'll need to be aware of which you need. I understand that change occurred at VIN#B12815.
If you can talk your dealer into programming the FOB, they can be found on ebay or similar, but the key cannot already be paired with another vehicle, and as Stuart likes to mention: Make sure you get a money-back guarantee before you buy one!
Regardless, the problem is more likely to be with the programming of said FOB than the purchasing of same. Many people want to sell you the part if they are going to program it, which kind of sticks you to the dealer. The one I went to in Colorado charged me $245 per FOB, and the programming was another $185, roughly. Jaguar dealers are also reluctant to program FOBs that don't have a leaper logo on them, but I was led to understand that it is possible.
In the middle of 2007 production, they switched from single-channel to multi-channel FOBs, and you'll need to be aware of which you need. I understand that change occurred at VIN#B12815.
If you can talk your dealer into programming the FOB, they can be found on ebay or similar, but the key cannot already be paired with another vehicle, and as Stuart likes to mention: Make sure you get a money-back guarantee before you buy one!
Last edited by 007XKR; Feb 11, 2021 at 12:05 PM. Reason: added vin
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It would be helpful to know the model year of your X150. The procedure changed (maybe with the 5.0?) at some point. My experience is with a 2007.
Regardless, the problem is more likely to be with the programming of said FOB than the purchasing of same. Many people want to sell you the part if they are going to program it, which kind of sticks you to the dealer. The one I went to in Colorado charged me $245 per FOB, and the programming was another $185, roughly. Jaguar dealers are also reluctant to program FOBs that don't have a leaper logo on them, but I was led to understand that it is possible.
In the middle of 2007 production, they switched from single-channel to multi-channel FOBs, and you'll need to be aware of which you need. I understand that change occurred at VIN#B12815.
If you can talk your dealer into programming the FOB, they can be found on ebay or similar, but the key cannot already be paired with another vehicle, and as Stuart likes to mention: Make sure you get a money-back guarantee before you buy one!
Regardless, the problem is more likely to be with the programming of said FOB than the purchasing of same. Many people want to sell you the part if they are going to program it, which kind of sticks you to the dealer. The one I went to in Colorado charged me $245 per FOB, and the programming was another $185, roughly. Jaguar dealers are also reluctant to program FOBs that don't have a leaper logo on them, but I was led to understand that it is possible.
In the middle of 2007 production, they switched from single-channel to multi-channel FOBs, and you'll need to be aware of which you need. I understand that change occurred at VIN#B12815.
If you can talk your dealer into programming the FOB, they can be found on ebay or similar, but the key cannot already be paired with another vehicle, and as Stuart likes to mention: Make sure you get a money-back guarantee before you buy one!
I’m actually contemplated purchasing a 2011 xkr that has only one key fob.
the only other issue the car has the the dreaded leather dash dismemberment 😂
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Hi Fuzzy,
I would Yelp mobile locksmiths/key fobs. I'm in Los Angeles, but I had a guy come out with a new FOB and programming for about $350. It works perfectly and it is an exact replica of the messed up original that came with the car. Honolulu is probably large enough to have that service.
I would Yelp mobile locksmiths/key fobs. I'm in Los Angeles, but I had a guy come out with a new FOB and programming for about $350. It works perfectly and it is an exact replica of the messed up original that came with the car. Honolulu is probably large enough to have that service.
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i have been quoted $375 from a local Indy shop who will purchase the fob from Jaguar and program both the new and my old fob... i am taking it in next week so will let you know how it goes.
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A new Smartkey is expensive from Jaguar but the Dealer could absorb programming and key cutting costs. That would be a reasonable compromise.
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Only one Smartkey is a disaster waiting to happen. As you can see from the previous replies, replacing a missing one is a pain that takes time and money to arrange. Replacing the ONLY Smartkey if it is lost or breaks is always very expensive as the "dead" vehicle has to be taken to a dealer and there is no leverage on cost in that situation.
A new Smartkey is expensive from Jaguar but the Dealer could absorb programming and key cutting costs. That would be a reasonable compromise.
Graham
Only one Smartkey is a disaster waiting to happen. As you can see from the previous replies, replacing a missing one is a pain that takes time and money to arrange. Replacing the ONLY Smartkey if it is lost or breaks is always very expensive as the "dead" vehicle has to be taken to a dealer and there is no leverage on cost in that situation.
A new Smartkey is expensive from Jaguar but the Dealer could absorb programming and key cutting costs. That would be a reasonable compromise.
Graham
Thanks for the advice.
I'm not buying from a dealer.
Regardless how the negotiation goes, I'll be buying a set of new keys.
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You have 1 Smartkey but it's 72 deg F in Honolulu
I'm almost tempted to offer a trade.
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Just an update, kept calling more locksmiths and finally found a guy. He even carries remotes that he knows will work,
$375 including the emergency key! Crazy!
AND, I don't need to buy two new remotes. The new remote will just be "added on".
Thanks again to everyone for the kind advice!!!
$375 including the emergency key! Crazy!
AND, I don't need to buy two new remotes. The new remote will just be "added on".
Thanks again to everyone for the kind advice!!!
