Why You Dont Want a "Smart" Key! - Toyota Yaris Forums

Kal-El · 03-15-2014, 12:06 AM

It can cost as much as $400 to replace a smart key. IMO, that is the major downside to them.

I don't agree with the article's example as being a deal breaker on having smart keys. That's an unusual problem and there are plenty of ways to handle such a situation. People have had to manage valuables for many years when going to the beach. This is nothing new. They sell waterproof pouches, for one thing.

When I worked at a dealership , I dealt with smart keys. Hugely convenient. Stays in your pocket. Got your hands full? No problem.

But yeah, it's a potential cost issue if something goes wrong. Especially losing them.

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03-15-2014, 12:06 AM	#21
Kal-El Drives: 07 Yaris S Sedan 5-Speed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 2,179	It can cost as much as $400 to replace a smart key. IMO, that is the major downside to them. I don't agree with the article's example as being a deal breaker on having smart keys. That's an unusual problem and there are plenty of ways to handle such a situation. People have had to manage valuables for many years when going to the beach. This is nothing new. They sell waterproof pouches, for one thing. When I worked at a dealership , I dealt with smart keys. Hugely convenient. Stays in your pocket. Got your hands full? No problem. But yeah, it's a potential cost issue if something goes wrong. Especially losing them.