I transferred all parts (which had been run over) to the new casing and it works like a charm. Contrary to the information in this video, you do not need the little piece of plastic that he says is necessary to start the car. I transferred the old run-over motherboard only. No plastic piece was needed.
I just replaced outer shell on keyfods for our 2009 Prius. Without calvo9 TH-cam video I would have failed. So many thanks calvo9 and TH-cam. Would like to comment both were hard to take apart. I used small sharp hawk billed knife, much patience, and much time and small screwdrivers to separate old shell. Glue big problem but result was worth going slow. Please note that on second keyfod I took hacksaw and cutoff portion of shell that houses the manual key. That took couple of minutes and gave access to the middle dividing wall which is also heavy glued. That helped a lot. Remember to keep old o-ring when replacing battery. Saved myself over $500. So go for it. J. Scott
Good description of transferring old smart key "innards" to a new smart key case. I just used the old door key so I didn't need to get a locksmith involved in cutting the blank provided with the new case.
Followed the instructions. IT WORKED! All buttons functioned. The circuit board was a little loose but once I snapped it in, it held firm. The 4 screws did not fit. It was too short for the new shell. I held the square piece down and slid the Toyota cover over it. For $12 and no programming... it was a steal. Thanks CALVO9!
This worked perfectly for me. Two notes I would add: 1) To remove the circuit board, a plastic spudger, like those used to separate connections in smart phones, is perfect. 2) I've seen no mention of the O-ring under the battery cover. It didn't come with my new case, so I used a knife tip to lift it out of the old case and set it into the new one. It might add a little protection.
With much trepidation I went through the process and it worked fine. No need for Big Bertha. The hint about pushing on the keys to help get the circuit board out was extremely helpful.
Just received and replaced Smart Key remote cases/installed new batteries. They work perfectly for the first time in several years for my 2004 Prius. Mine came from dealeprice on eBay $22.80 for 2, delivered FAST! Old manual key and Smart Key/chrome Toyota logo backs fit perfectly. New screws were included as well. Thanks for your explicit video.
This was very helpful thanks. I did it and all works fine - my tip though is instead of prying out the circuit board with a blade - I pressed from the other side using the buttons. This is possibly less likely to damage the board.
This is exactly the video I needed! Just want to comment that I'm completely mystified by the little black piece that gets moved to the new case around 06:10. I would have totally missed it if I hadn't seen this video. Not sure what it does but I wasn't taking any chances. Thanks again for the video!
Thank you so much for this video! I would have been lost without it! It worked like a charm. Thanks to you & Amazon my key replacement cost $10, instead of $150+
Thanks. super helpful. I watched for the first time as I went along. I found out mine didn't come with screws just before you commented that yours didn't either. Classic. Works fine though. And good idea to put the old Toyota insignia back on.
Thank you soooooooooo much for this video!!!! I was able to dismantle and replace my fob!!!! My new case came with screws and the old ones did not fit. I was concerned because the motherboard did not snap on place like yours did 😕. But everything worked out in the end and I the key functions like it should, outside the panic button not working right now, but that’s ok
Thanks! This worked perfectly. The case I bought on Amazon did come with new screws, and my old manual key even fit into it. Appreciate you taking the time to make this video.
We have a Toyota Prius 2Gen 2005, and we bought one key shell on ebay. First we make we forget to transfer the little black chip (separate under the green electric plate) in to the new key, after that it works perfect, the car starts. It cost approx 10 USD with shipping.
The screw problem is easily solved. The length of the screws is insufficient but since they are bevelled, simply use a drill (manually) to create a bevel in the plastic of the battery cover, which allows the screw to reach the thread.
Hi Tiko. Transferring my old dilapidated key (that still worked) into the new shell (as shown in the video) did not work for me. Although it apparently has for some others who watched my video. I could still use the "new key" to start the car, but none of the buttons worked, nor could I use it to open the doors. What DID WORK was buying a new Toyota key and programming it doing the chicken dance. Here are the instructions I typed up for the chicken dance: PROCEDURE A This procedure (steps 1. through 5.) is to be used for both the black and chrome logo key fob. This will program the fob to Start/stop engine while it is inserted into the key port. All new fobs should be programmed for this regardless of logo or SKS functionality ------------------- 1. Get into the car, close and unlock all doors and ensure the car is off 2. Insert old fob (your fob that currently works) into slot and remove it 4 times in a row, and insert it a fifth time but leave it in there! 2. Open and close driver door 6 times. 3. Remove old fob from slot. Car is in fob programming mode at this point. Red anti-theft light remains on. 4. Insert new fob and leave in the slot. Watch the blinking red anti-theft light on the dashboard. When it stops flashing and goes dark (after 40 seconds or so), your new fob is all set. 5. Remove the new fob and you're done with the START/STOP portion of programming ( if you have SKS, proceed to PROCEDURE B don't have SKS, proceed to PROCEDURE C). PROCEDURE B This procedure (steps 1. through 10.) is for chrome logo key fobs and vehicles with SKS (Smart Key System) functionality: Lock/unlock doors remotely + SMART KEY functionality -------------------- 1. Open the driver door and leave it open with no fob in slot (ensure the driver door is unlocked). Other doors can be locked or unlocked, it doesn't matter. Complete step 2 within 5 seconds 2. Insert old fob into slot and remove it twice. Complete steps 3. and 4. within 40 seconds of completing step 2. 3. Close and open driver door twice. 4. Insert and remove old fob once. Complete steps 5., 6., 7. and 8. within 40 seconds of completing step 4. 5. Close and open driver door twice again. 6. Insert old fob in slot and close door. 7. Without pressing the brake, press power button, wait a second, press it again, wait a second, press it a third time to turn car back off. 8. Remove old fob from slot. You'll be in "add mode" at this point. Within 3 seconds, the car should lock and unlock doors to verify it is in add mode. (the precise number of times the car locks/unlocks the door is model specific - but it should do it at least once). If it does not cycle the locks, return to step 1. otherwise proceed to step 9. Steps 9.a. and 9.b. should be started within 40 seconds of completing step 8. 9a: Press and hold the Lock and Unlock key (simultaneously) on the OLD/MASTER fob. (a couple of seconds should pass and the locks will cycle once. If you do not get this cycle, it is likely due to a weak CR 2032 battery in your fob. Replace the battery in your old fob and try again). 9b: Press both the Lock and Unlock key (simultaneously) on the NEW fob. Hold for about 1.5 seconds (several users have reported it being necessary to execute this step twice, if your first go around does not indicate success, try it again and execute this step twice. Please post what worked in the comments below). 9c: Within three seconds, press the lock key on the NEW fob. If successful the lock/unlock will cycle once indicating success (It may take a while for the lock/unlock cycle. I've seen it happen just as I was ready to say, "well, it didn't work". If you wait for a long time (a long time being more than a minute) and get no cycle at all, complete step 10. and test to see if the SKS functions of your new fob work. If they do, pls report that on this thread). 9d. - If you need or want to program another "new" fob, repeat steps 9. a. 9.b. and 9.c. for the next new fob. If done programming fobs, proceed to step 10. 10. To end this programming, open then close the driver's door or put the fob in the slot. Unfortunately, I have no idea what PROCEDURE C is. If you've got SKS though, you don't need it. Otherwise, you can probably find it elsewhere on the web. Hope that helps!
It might be that the car computer reached the limit of keys, or frequencies, that could be programmed in its computer AND after you programmed the second NEW keyfob you bought, it displaced, pushed out, or erased, the old key, or frequency. Once I lost my key with built in remote buttons from a 2001 Lexus. I called a mobile locksmith and paid nearly $400 for 2 new chipped keys, he programmed them into the cars computer, I asked him not to erase the lost key's frequency, in case I later find my original key. I did find my key, about a week later, and it would no longer start my car. I am not sure if the car's computer could not store more than 2 key/chip frequencies, or the locksmith just did whatever the hell he pleased and erased my old key from the car's computer!!
Could you place a link to the Amazon ad you purchased the new keyfobs from? I think you mentioned the seller was a Toyota dealership in Daytona, Florida, right? How much was it back then? What would be a reasonable price today?
These things are a mother to open! I had to lightly hammer a screwdriver into the side of my case and still pry it open after that, but it worked. Do you have a specific link fr where you ordered your replacement? Great video. BIG BERTHA!! Almost had to bring in a similar device : )
NOTE TO ALL: Please be sure to transfer the TRANSPONDER as well as the Circuit Board! I got so tied up with the transfer of the key circuit board (trying to make sure NOT to damage it-PUSH THE ACTUAL BUTTONS TO FORCE IT OUT INSTEAD OF OVER-PRYING IT. Thanks @Vinnie Vincent) that I forgot that part was even in there! I was not able to start the vehicle without that transponder. Did you or anyone glue the sides for waterproofing? What did you use to get a good seal without being too messy?
Dear Calvo, I'm little confused about the smart functions. Does this "AN ALERT: The smart functions of the nice new-looking key do not work. The LED lights up, but the car does not respond. Apparently the circuit board was damaged in the transfer. " Refers to you final product in the video? and if yes, then I have a question about the chicken dance :) Thanks in advance
Hi Tiko. Sorry for late reply. Yes it does refer to the final product in the video. It came out looking great, but it didn't work. Fortunately, others seem to have had more luck than I did.
Thanks for helping me mess up my fob with your wrong advice. After following all these steps my fob stopped working and had to tow my car to dealer. Now after $900 dollars I can start my car. So please people take this video with a grain of salt as the same can happen to you. The dealer told me these fobs are not serviceable and is a mistake to open them and try to change the plastic. Thanks but no thanks.
years of cellphone repair made me cringe at you prying at the circuit board. If you read this the old key fob is junk so destroy that and not the electronics. Or watch the video and see where to not pry.
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I transferred all parts (which had been run over) to the new casing and it works like a charm. Contrary to the information in this video, you do not need the little piece of plastic that he says is necessary to start the car. I transferred the old run-over motherboard only. No plastic piece was needed.
I just replaced outer shell on keyfods for our 2009 Prius. Without calvo9 TH-cam video I would have failed. So many thanks calvo9 and TH-cam. Would like to comment both were hard to take apart. I used small sharp hawk billed knife, much patience, and much time and small screwdrivers to separate old shell. Glue big problem but result was worth going slow. Please note that on second keyfod I took hacksaw and cutoff portion of shell that houses the manual key. That took couple of minutes and gave access to the middle dividing wall which is also heavy glued. That helped a lot. Remember to keep old o-ring when replacing battery. Saved myself over $500. So go for it. J. Scott
Good description of transferring old smart key "innards" to a new smart key case. I just used the old door key so I didn't need to get a locksmith involved in cutting the blank provided with the new case.
Followed the instructions. IT WORKED! All buttons functioned. The circuit board was a little loose but once I snapped it in, it held firm. The 4 screws did not fit. It was too short for the new shell. I held the square piece down and slid the Toyota cover over it. For $12 and no programming... it was a steal. Thanks CALVO9!
This worked perfectly for me. Two notes I would add: 1) To remove the circuit board, a plastic spudger, like those used to separate connections in smart phones, is perfect. 2) I've seen no mention of the O-ring under the battery cover. It didn't come with my new case, so I used a knife tip to lift it out of the old case and set it into the new one. It might add a little protection.
With much trepidation I went through the process and it worked fine. No need for Big Bertha. The hint about pushing on the keys to help get the circuit board out was extremely helpful.
Just received and replaced Smart Key remote cases/installed new batteries. They work perfectly for the first time in several years for my 2004 Prius. Mine came from dealeprice on eBay $22.80 for 2, delivered FAST! Old manual key and Smart Key/chrome Toyota logo backs fit perfectly. New screws were included as well. Thanks for your explicit video.
This was very helpful thanks.
I did it and all works fine - my tip though is instead of prying out the circuit board with a blade - I pressed from the other side using the buttons. This is possibly less likely to damage the board.
I did the same - pushed from the front instead of prying and worked like a charm (to date).
This is exactly the video I needed! Just want to comment that I'm completely mystified by the little black piece that gets moved to the new case around 06:10. I would have totally missed it if I hadn't seen this video. Not sure what it does but I wasn't taking any chances. Thanks again for the video!
Perfect instructions. I was a little reluctant to do myself, but I followed the video step by step without any issues. Thanks!
Thank you so much for this video! I would have been lost without it! It worked like a charm. Thanks to you & Amazon my key replacement cost $10, instead of $150+
Thanks. super helpful. I watched for the first time as I went along. I found out mine didn't come with screws just before you commented that yours didn't either. Classic. Works fine though. And good idea to put the old Toyota insignia back on.
I totally did the same!!!! I like my keys to say exactly who it belongs to lol
Worked like a champ! I don't know why some others have had issues.... Super simple once you get the fob apart.
Thank you. Your video was so useful. I just changed my key fob shell for my car. Got my fob on amazon for $10.00. 🙂
Great job, and funny! Looks like they are now sending the screws with the housings, luckily, so you aren't "screwed" anymore ;) Thank you!
Thank you soooooooooo much for this video!!!! I was able to dismantle and replace my fob!!!! My new case came with screws and the old ones did not fit. I was concerned because the motherboard did not snap on place like yours did 😕. But everything worked out in the end and I the key functions like it should, outside the panic button not working right now, but that’s ok
Thank you so much for such a helpful video, your time and detailed explanation! Did the transfer on my key, everything worked as it should.
Blessings!
Thanks! This worked perfectly. The case I bought on Amazon did come with new screws, and my old manual key even fit into it. Appreciate you taking the time to make this video.
Note: It was the "HelloAuto" brand that I used from Amazon. Worked great.
Great! I'm glad it worked for you.
Worked perfectly for me. Takes patience.
We have a Toyota Prius 2Gen 2005, and we bought one key shell on ebay. First we make we forget to transfer the little black chip (separate under the green electric plate) in to the new key, after that it works perfect, the car starts. It cost approx 10 USD with shipping.
I appreciate your video this was not only entertaining but very informative 👍 liked every minute of it 😀
Thank you! I followed your instructions and was able to move over to a new case. Really clear (and funny) directions.
Thank you. Your method worked like a charm. I also pushed from the front to release the mother board.
thanks, this helped me out. Took me only 15 minutes after watching your video.
Thanks! Your video made it very easy to fix my worn-out fob.
The screw problem is easily solved. The length of the screws is insufficient but since they are bevelled, simply use a drill (manually) to create a bevel in the plastic of the battery cover, which allows the screw to reach the thread.
Hi Tiko. Transferring my old dilapidated key (that still worked) into the new shell (as shown in the video) did not work for me. Although it apparently has for some others who watched my video. I could still use the "new key" to start the car, but none of the buttons worked, nor could I use it to open the doors.
What DID WORK was buying a new Toyota key and programming it doing the chicken dance. Here are the instructions I typed up for the chicken dance:
PROCEDURE A
This procedure (steps 1. through 5.) is to be used for both the black and chrome logo key fob. This will program the fob to Start/stop engine while it is inserted into the key port. All new fobs should be programmed for this regardless of logo or SKS functionality
-------------------
1. Get into the car, close and unlock all doors and ensure the car is off
2. Insert old fob (your fob that currently works) into slot and remove it 4 times in a row, and insert it a fifth time but leave it in there!
2. Open and close driver door 6 times.
3. Remove old fob from slot. Car is in fob programming mode at this point. Red anti-theft light remains on.
4. Insert new fob and leave in the slot. Watch the blinking red anti-theft light on the dashboard. When it stops flashing and goes dark (after 40 seconds or so), your new fob is all set.
5. Remove the new fob and you're done with the START/STOP portion of programming ( if you have SKS, proceed to PROCEDURE B don't have SKS, proceed to PROCEDURE C).
PROCEDURE B
This procedure (steps 1. through 10.) is for chrome logo key fobs and vehicles with SKS (Smart Key System) functionality: Lock/unlock doors remotely + SMART KEY functionality
--------------------
1. Open the driver door and leave it open with no fob in slot (ensure the driver door is unlocked). Other doors can be locked or unlocked, it doesn't matter.
Complete step 2 within 5 seconds
2. Insert old fob into slot and remove it twice.
Complete steps 3. and 4. within 40 seconds of completing step 2.
3. Close and open driver door twice.
4. Insert and remove old fob once.
Complete steps 5., 6., 7. and 8. within 40 seconds of completing step 4.
5. Close and open driver door twice again.
6. Insert old fob in slot and close door.
7. Without pressing the brake, press power button, wait a second, press it again, wait a second, press it a third time to turn car back off.
8. Remove old fob from slot. You'll be in "add mode" at this point. Within 3 seconds, the car should lock and unlock doors to verify it is in add mode. (the precise number of times the car locks/unlocks the door is model specific - but it should do it at least once). If it does not cycle the locks, return to step 1. otherwise proceed to step 9.
Steps 9.a. and 9.b. should be started within 40 seconds of completing step 8.
9a: Press and hold the Lock and Unlock key (simultaneously) on the OLD/MASTER fob. (a couple of seconds should pass and the locks will cycle once. If you do not get this cycle, it is likely due to a weak CR 2032 battery in your fob. Replace the battery in your old fob and try again).
9b: Press both the Lock and Unlock key (simultaneously) on the NEW fob. Hold for about 1.5 seconds (several users have reported it being necessary to execute this step twice, if your first go around does not indicate success, try it again and execute this step twice. Please post what worked in the comments below).
9c: Within three seconds, press the lock key on the NEW fob. If successful the lock/unlock will cycle once indicating success (It may take a while for the lock/unlock cycle. I've seen it happen just as I was ready to say, "well, it didn't work". If you wait for a long time (a long time being more than a minute) and get no cycle at all, complete step 10. and test to see if the SKS functions of your new fob work. If they do, pls report that on this thread).
9d. - If you need or want to program another "new" fob, repeat steps 9. a. 9.b. and 9.c. for the next new fob. If done programming fobs, proceed to step 10.
10. To end this programming, open then close the driver's door or put the fob in the slot.
Unfortunately, I have no idea what PROCEDURE C is. If you've got SKS though, you don't need it. Otherwise, you can probably find it elsewhere on the web.
Hope that helps!
It might be that the car computer reached the limit of keys, or frequencies, that could be programmed in its computer AND after you programmed the second NEW keyfob you bought, it displaced, pushed out, or erased, the old key, or frequency. Once I lost my key with built in remote buttons from a 2001 Lexus. I called a mobile locksmith and paid nearly $400 for 2 new chipped keys, he programmed them into the cars computer, I asked him not to erase the lost key's frequency, in case I later find my original key. I did find my key, about a week later, and it would no longer start my car. I am not sure if the car's computer could not store more than 2 key/chip frequencies, or the locksmith just did whatever the hell he pleased and erased my old key from the car's computer!!
Could you place a link to the Amazon ad you purchased the new keyfobs from? I think you mentioned the seller was a Toyota dealership in Daytona, Florida, right? How much was it back then? What would be a reasonable price today?
Just tested the new shell, works just fine!
Thanks man! I had same the struggles you did lol but it worked. Very well done, helpful video.
This procedure worked for me. Thanks for showing it done!
Thank you. Worked great for my 2008 Prius!
Very informative, thank you. Also "big bertha" was hilarious
These things are a mother to open! I had to lightly hammer a screwdriver into the side of my case and still pry it open after that, but it worked. Do you have a specific link fr where you ordered your replacement? Great video. BIG BERTHA!! Almost had to bring in a similar device : )
Thanks a lot Got my FOB transfer-ed no frustration
Thank you this was very helpful ! On my 2008 Toyota Prius ! ❤️
There is a sticker inside on the old fob that needs to be transferred to the new fob, as it contains important information.
cool. just fixed my old broken remote 👍🏼
Thank you and aunt bertha!!! Followed step by step and worked
NOTE TO ALL: Please be sure to transfer the TRANSPONDER as well as the Circuit Board! I got so tied up with the transfer of the key circuit board (trying to make sure NOT to damage it-PUSH THE ACTUAL BUTTONS TO FORCE IT OUT INSTEAD OF OVER-PRYING IT. Thanks @Vinnie Vincent) that I forgot that part was even in there! I was not able to start the vehicle without that transponder.
Did you or anyone glue the sides for waterproofing? What did you use to get a good seal without being too messy?
Thanks! Helped me a lot and was entertaining
my mother board doesn't work will it work if I switch shell
Dear Calvo,
I'm little confused about the smart functions. Does this "AN ALERT: The smart functions of the nice new-looking key do not work. The LED lights up, but the car does not respond. Apparently the circuit board was damaged in the transfer. " Refers to you final product in the video? and if yes, then I have a question about the chicken dance :)
Thanks in advance
Hi Tiko. Sorry for late reply. Yes it does refer to the final product in the video. It came out looking great, but it didn't work. Fortunately, others seem to have had more luck than I did.
Thanks! Just the help I needed.
It worked! Thank you So much!
I have the exact same emergency tool but i have less patients than you and use it way too often
Sure appreciate your effort with this video! It worked for me, Thanks
That was really helpful 👌🏻🙏🏻Thank you very much
Where to purchase a new cover/case?
I picked up mine at the Toyota dealer.
Thanks but we have an uncooperative dealership. Wanted me to purchase the new one at 310.00
very helpful guide. thank you kindly
tested the new shell the car starts but i cant lock or unlock my doors
It worked came thru thanks
Thank you!
Boom! You da man!
Better off using a paring knife than a screwdriver
Tanks brudda
#TeamBigBertha
aaahaha. my EMERGENCY TOOL
I follow the video and the remote key can open and close the car door but can't start car even insert into slot, who met same problem, please?
Are you sure you transferred the crystal from the old fob to the new one?? See video, again, at the 5:55 mark.
Thanks for helping me mess up my fob with your wrong advice. After following all these steps my fob stopped working and had to tow my car to dealer. Now after $900 dollars I can start my car. So please people take this video with a grain of salt as the same can happen to you. The dealer told me these fobs are not serviceable and is a mistake to open them and try to change the plastic. Thanks but no thanks.
years of cellphone repair made me cringe at you prying at the circuit board. If you read this the old key fob is junk so destroy that and not the electronics. Or watch the video and see where to not pry.
Jesus this guy talks slow. Watch this video at 2X speed
Thank you!
Thank you!