Re: Replacing Lost Master Keys
Rob's right on the money. 
I use to work for one of the country's largest key blank manufacturers (i.e. Kaba Ilco, Corp) and we ran into this issue several times, with one poor guy who bought his Lexus at an auction, with only a vale' key. It ended up costing him 3 grand to have the computer replaced! 
On the other hand as Rob said, depending on the year and model, the computer can be "flashed" with the right equipment to erase the old codes and allow new ones to be programmed. And many independent locksmiths have all the electronic equipment needed to do the job, providing your Lexus isn't one of those "bad" years or models. 
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2004 SR5 Double Cab 4x4 w/TRD Pkg.
Mods to Date:
16" 5 Spoke Brawn Enkei Wheels, Keyless Entry, Line-X Bed Liner, Challenger Running Boards, Husky Floor Liners, Bug Flector II (painted to match), Colegan Bra, Borla Dual (Side-Exit) Exhaust System, 2" Wheeler's Coil Lift, TRD Add-A-Leafs
Mods to Come:
265/75/16 BFG A/T's,
Possible Mods:
Seat Covers, 3M Clear Bra (hopefully... just cost so friggin' much!)
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