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    new key - replace steering colum

    Okay, will the immobilizer ECU have that printed on it? If it has something else printed on it, do you know what? Sorry for all the questions,...
    Post by: Blumengarten, Aug 4, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    new key - replace steering colum

    Okay - I think we got a little too complicated, I just want to make sure that all the parts I need will be on the steering column. I know the keys...
    Post by: Blumengarten, Jul 30, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    new key - replace steering colum

    The steering column that the salvage yard has has a set of keys in the ignition switch, that's why he suggested I do that. So I think that would...
    Post by: Blumengarten, Jul 29, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    new key - replace steering colum

    Hi all, Thanks for the response. Yes, I opted to take Seilert's advice about the salvage option. I called two locksmiths, they each said they...
    Post by: Blumengarten, Jul 25, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    new key - replace steering colum

    I lost all the keys to my 2001 Prius. As an alternate to having the dealer take $1,000 of my money, following your advice, I asked the guy at the...
    Thread by: Blumengarten, Jul 23, 2011, 13 replies, in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Replace key

    Looks like the way to go is find a junked car an take out the ECU from it. Thanks for your advice. Am I correct that I don't need a special key...
    Post by: Blumengarten, Jun 25, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Replace key

    I enjoyed your articles too, Rob. It's amazing the insurance companies can be so obstinate, but I used to work for one, and I know from first-hand...
    Post by: Blumengarten, Jun 13, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Replace key

    So if I have it right, it looks like these are my options: -go to the dealer -find a locksmith who can cut a new key and reprogram the...
    Post by: Blumengarten, Jun 7, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Replace key

    ... thanks for the info there, without the keys, we can't get to the manual without calling AAA! I will contact Eric, thanks for the response!
    Post by: Blumengarten, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion
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    Replace key

    I lost the only key to my mom's 2001 Prius. When I called the dealer to order a replacement, they said we had to bring the car in (can't do that,...
    Thread by: Blumengarten, Jun 3, 2011, 12 replies, in forum: Generation 1 Prius Discussion