Debunked: dealer only transponder key "myth" PICS

[b_hickman11]

Originally Posted by CTScott

09's do as an option that is part of the power package (see the exerpt from my car's build sheet below).

When I installed my remote starter, I received the wrong key bypass module, but I went ahead and installed the remote starter while waiting for the correct one. Just for kicks I triggered the remote starter without the bypass module and the car cranked for about 5 seconds without firing.


Power Package: Includes power door locks, .. 1580.00
power windows, power outside mirrors, ......
60/40 split, reclining, sliding, fold-flat .
rear seat, AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA ....
playback capability, auxiliary audio jack, .
satellite radio capability and CD text .....
display function, rear window wiper, rear ..
window defroster, 15-in. steel wheels with .
full wheel covers and engine immobilizer ...

Once again, as with any option, it depends on what region you live in. Here is the Power Package for my region(Gulf States Toyota):

Power Package Anti-Lock Brakes. 1500.00
-Power Package: Includes Power Door Locks
-Auxiliary Audio Jack
-Power Windows
-Power Outside Mirrors
-60/40 Split
-Fold-Down Rear Seat
-Am/Fm Cd Player With Mp3/Wma Playback Capability
-Satellite Radio Capability And Cd Text Display Function
-Cruise Control
-Upgraded Interior Trim
-Rear Window Defroster And 15-In. Steel Wheels With Full Wheel