I finally ordered a couple spare key fobs and last year when I tried to look up a how-to video all I found was a mislabeled video but I thinkcar. This time your video showed up at the top of the list! Well done and thanks!
I haven't tried programming a Honda key with either, so I can't say with certainty it would work. I've learned that key programming is *really* finicky among manufacturers because the manufacturers REALLY want to keep those $$$ in house!! As for my "go to" for key programming, or at least trying, I'll always try the ThinkDiag first. Thanks for watching!
@@DIYDaveOK I think I figured out what the problem is. I bought an aftermarket key, not original or refurbished Lexus. The eBay seller mentioned something about the key having a "high quality Lonsdor brand circuit board". As I kept searching for other key options, I came across a key from Walmart, and it stated that it could not be programmed by Tech stream, but locksmith needed to use Lonsdor K518 (or a couple of other key programmers). Therefore, my guess is that Thinkdiag is behaving similarly to TechStream and can't recognize the key. It looks like I'll need to return the key or pay a locksmith to program the key. That's a bummer. I bought the Thinkdiag precisely to program a key, and unfortunately, this happened.
@@zonykel Try getting a remote from CarAndTruckRemotes.com. I have only bought from them and their remotes have *always* worked. They don't sponsor me or give me anything for mentioning them.
@@DIYDaveOK I got a key fob from car and truck remotes. It was a refurbished Lexus key fob, so it should have been a perfect match. I still couldn't make it work with Thinkdiag. I'm going to try renting a programmer from Tom's key. If that doesn't work, then I'll need a locksmith.
@zonykel Dang! I'm so sorry to hear that. No reason at all it shouldn't have worked unless maybe the initial (original) key you're using is somehow not registered in the IMMO correctly or has somehow become corrupted, which admittedly is unlikely if it starts the car... I wish I had some better advice for you!!
Will this device work if your current key won't start the car? My immobilizer has come on since swapping to a new battery and I can't start the car now.
@@BrianUpward Hmmm... changing the car battery shouldn't affect the immobilizer at all. Only thing I can suspect is that in the process of connecting the new battery a stray voltage spike may have hit the electronics?? Total guess, of course. Do the car's interior lights come on? In normal circumstances, the AP200 requires a working key to allow adding an additional one. But what your describing sounds like something has altered the state of the immobilizer if a previously working key now doesn't work. I wish I had more specific advice for you. Nothing else changed in the car other than the battery?
@@DIYDaveOK I definitely gave a brief explanation. I change the battery in my key fob, not sure if it's related but after that I couldnt start the car. Would crank but no start, starter motor recently replaced. I put in new spark plugs and a new battery. Everything turns on fine inside but it won't start. I finally noticed this green key light flashing and now I'm guessing this is the immobilizer preventing it. It needed a new battery anyways. It's an 06 crv.
@@BrianUpward Honda CRV's have a history of sometimes having their immobilizer go wonky after things like a battery change. The battery itself may be weak, stale, or installed backwards, allowing the key to fit the ignition but fail to talk to the immobilizer. I do not have a Honda so I have no first-hand experience, but I have seen and read anecdotal evidence that it is possible to reset the immobilizer.
I am digging the frustration in your mouth. But all in all, this is fantastic! Gonna try pairing a new remote on my 996 on the thinkdiag 2 I just ordered. If it works, it'd be phenomenal!
@@DIYDaveOK haha. pls don't mind my comment! I find those very relatable cause I'm the same when waiting on a result 🙈 ... thinkdiag 2 should be with me in about 4-5 days. I will first use it to diagnose a TPMS warning on an '05 Bentley Continental GT (which is also a rare feature on scantools) and once my replacement key fob arrives on the 996, will try pairing that. Shall update on both counts! Thanks for this vid!
@@DIYDaveOK oh wow that's music to my ears. There's one other advanced feature that I need but that's really pulling on strings I'm sure, does it allow mileage correction?
Hard to say because many of the European models handle their key programming in a manner that requires dealer intervention. If ThinkDiag offers an IMMO module for BMW the best suggestion I could make would be to give it a try, but I don't know for sure if it will work. Sorry I don't have a better answer for you. Thanks for watching!
Thinkdiag is $99 i have a honda 2016 hrv and 2019 jeep compass?¿@Question it includes 1 year for one car how much will i need to pay for the second car?
Verify this with ThinkDiag to be sure, but I believe they have a promotion that will unlock ALL functions for ALL makes for one year for something like $99. I think the IMMO (key programming module) for one additional car is something like $39.
The best I can honestly offer is a firm ..*probably*. I'm not familiar with the Hilux but based on my experience given it is a Toyota product, I would be cautiously optimistic that it would work. I just can't *promise* it will. Good luck and thanks for watching.
Man I'm sorry to hear that. Each manufacturer puts their own protection on key programming and it's very hard if not impossible to predict whether it will be able to handle any given manufacturer 's IMMO functions - especially on European vehicles.
You typically can program any number of keys up to any limits programmed into the vehicle's computer. For example, most Toyota's I've tried to program have a limit of five.
The car is absolutely fantastic and, actually, is due for an oil change here shortly. This is easily the best car I've ever owned. I can't say enough good things about it. As far as the manual key goes, I just need to take it to a key shop to have it cut. This spring, I hope to do a video (maybe more than one?) on trans fluid change as it is at 55k miles, and I want to start getting that fluid changed out between now and 60k miles.
Unfortunately the best answer I can give you is "probably." The requirements for key programming vary so greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer it's almost impossible to say with certainty it will work. Wish I had a better answer for you! Thanks for watching!
Sir you are Legend , great video , greetings from England. Would be beneficial to buy a small microphone from ebay or amazon to isolate outdoor noises wind , car noise etc
Unfortunately, the best I can say is *maybe*. Each manufacturer's key programming is subtly different from each other, and that's especially true for European vehicles. Wish I had a more specific answer for you!
On a side note, maybe you should reach out to them and get a sponsorship! Your video was far more helpful than their mislabeled video!!
Hey I'm open to that 😁!
I finally ordered a couple spare key fobs and last year when I tried to look up a how-to video all I found was a mislabeled video but I thinkcar.
This time your video showed up at the top of the list! Well done and thanks!
My pleasure!! Delighted it helped!!
Thank you for your video. It helped me program my Audi key.
Fantastic! Always glad to know a video helped someone!
What a great lad. Be healthy and blessed my guy!
Thanks Dave ! . Do you think this would work for a Honda Accord 2006 ? . Between this and the Autel AP 200 which would you recommend ?
I haven't tried programming a Honda key with either, so I can't say with certainty it would work. I've learned that key programming is *really* finicky among manufacturers because the manufacturers REALLY want to keep those $$$ in house!! As for my "go to" for key programming, or at least trying, I'll always try the ThinkDiag first. Thanks for watching!
I got an extra key fob for Lexus CT200h. Unfortunately, programming the key has failed multiple times with Thinkdiag. Anything I should be checking?
Man, that's frustrating. Key programming can be SO finicky from car to car. Any particular error messages you're seeing?
@@DIYDaveOK I think I figured out what the problem is. I bought an aftermarket key, not original or refurbished Lexus. The eBay seller mentioned something about the key having a "high quality Lonsdor brand circuit board". As I kept searching for other key options, I came across a key from Walmart, and it stated that it could not be programmed by Tech stream, but locksmith needed to use Lonsdor K518 (or a couple of other key programmers). Therefore, my guess is that Thinkdiag is behaving similarly to TechStream and can't recognize the key. It looks like I'll need to return the key or pay a locksmith to program the key. That's a bummer. I bought the Thinkdiag precisely to program a key, and unfortunately, this happened.
@@zonykel Try getting a remote from CarAndTruckRemotes.com. I have only bought from them and their remotes have *always* worked. They don't sponsor me or give me anything for mentioning them.
@@DIYDaveOK I got a key fob from car and truck remotes. It was a refurbished Lexus key fob, so it should have been a perfect match. I still couldn't make it work with Thinkdiag. I'm going to try renting a programmer from Tom's key. If that doesn't work, then I'll need a locksmith.
@zonykel Dang! I'm so sorry to hear that. No reason at all it shouldn't have worked unless maybe the initial (original) key you're using is somehow not registered in the IMMO correctly or has somehow become corrupted, which admittedly is unlikely if it starts the car... I wish I had some better advice for you!!
What model of thinkdiag did you used?
Will this device work if your current key won't start the car? My immobilizer has come on since swapping to a new battery and I can't start the car now.
@@BrianUpward Hmmm... changing the car battery shouldn't affect the immobilizer at all. Only thing I can suspect is that in the process of connecting the new battery a stray voltage spike may have hit the electronics?? Total guess, of course. Do the car's interior lights come on?
In normal circumstances, the AP200 requires a working key to allow adding an additional one. But what your describing sounds like something has altered the state of the immobilizer if a previously working key now doesn't work. I wish I had more specific advice for you. Nothing else changed in the car other than the battery?
@@DIYDaveOK I definitely gave a brief explanation. I change the battery in my key fob, not sure if it's related but after that I couldnt start the car. Would crank but no start, starter motor recently replaced. I put in new spark plugs and a new battery. Everything turns on fine inside but it won't start. I finally noticed this green key light flashing and now I'm guessing this is the immobilizer preventing it. It needed a new battery anyways. It's an 06 crv.
@@BrianUpward Honda CRV's have a history of sometimes having their immobilizer go wonky after things like a battery change. The battery itself may be weak, stale, or installed backwards, allowing the key to fit the ignition but fail to talk to the immobilizer. I do not have a Honda so I have no first-hand experience, but I have seen and read anecdotal evidence that it is possible to reset the immobilizer.
Hello, I have lexues ES350 2016 will this thinkdiiag work on mine? Where can i purchase one can you send me a link.
look like there some version of thinkdiag, witch one you have
I am digging the frustration in your mouth. But all in all, this is fantastic! Gonna try pairing a new remote on my 996 on the thinkdiag 2 I just ordered. If it works, it'd be phenomenal!
Fantastic!!! Let us know how it works out...And I'm trying to stop making those faces!!! (bad nervous habit of mine 😡)
@@DIYDaveOK haha. pls don't mind my comment! I find those very relatable cause I'm the same when waiting on a result 🙈 ... thinkdiag 2 should be with me in about 4-5 days. I will first use it to diagnose a TPMS warning on an '05 Bentley Continental GT (which is also a rare feature on scantools) and once my replacement key fob arrives on the 996, will try pairing that. Shall update on both counts! Thanks for this vid!
Well please let us know how it works out!! I've used that ThinkDiag to read all my TPMS sensors and it works fantastically
@@DIYDaveOK oh wow that's music to my ears. There's one other advanced feature that I need but that's really pulling on strings I'm sure, does it allow mileage correction?
Ugh now that I don't know; I don't think so but I won't swear to it.
How about a new video
Re doing steps for key program it was a bit hard to understand specially sent u know the process now !
Well, I don't have a need to program a new key for that car right now, but if I do, I'll probably do an updated version.
will this work on bmw e90 i have thinkdiag already is there a list i can download
Hard to say because many of the European models handle their key programming in a manner that requires dealer intervention. If ThinkDiag offers an IMMO module for BMW the best suggestion I could make would be to give it a try, but I don't know for sure if it will work. Sorry I don't have a better answer for you. Thanks for watching!
@@DIYDaveOK cheers for reply :) ill report back my findings
@@legin3753 Great! You're entirely welcome. My pleasure to try and help.
let me know if it works for you on your e90 bro
@@anthonyestrada9724 be a week or that waiting on key ill def report back
Thinkdiag is $99 i have a honda 2016 hrv and 2019 jeep compass?¿@Question it includes 1 year for one car how much will i need to pay for the second car?
Verify this with ThinkDiag to be sure, but I believe they have a promotion that will unlock ALL functions for ALL makes for one year for something like $99. I think the IMMO (key programming module) for one additional car is something like $39.
Sir, is it support for Toyota Hilux ? If yes, which model are those ? Deeply in trouble now. Help me if you please 🥺
The best I can honestly offer is a firm ..*probably*. I'm not familiar with the Hilux but based on my experience given it is a Toyota product, I would be cautiously optimistic that it would work. I just can't *promise* it will. Good luck and thanks for watching.
Bye Toyota hilux consider a Tacoma .
I tried for Mercedes W212 E class 2011.. and i don't have the option for key programming... So 50$ out the window
Man I'm sorry to hear that. Each manufacturer puts their own protection on key programming and it's very hard if not impossible to predict whether it will be able to handle any given manufacturer 's IMMO functions - especially on European vehicles.
Can i program a second key fob for my 2016 Hondq hrv
You typically can program any number of keys up to any limits programmed into the vehicle's computer. For example, most Toyota's I've tried to program have a limit of five.
I have the same year Lexus, question is it maintaining well and how can you get the manual key to work
The car is absolutely fantastic and, actually, is due for an oil change here shortly. This is easily the best car I've ever owned. I can't say enough good things about it. As far as the manual key goes, I just need to take it to a key shop to have it cut. This spring, I hope to do a video (maybe more than one?) on trans fluid change as it is at 55k miles, and I want to start getting that fluid changed out between now and 60k miles.
Hello I'm trying to program my acura rdx key you think this would work for me? Thanks in advance
Unfortunately the best answer I can give you is "probably." The requirements for key programming vary so greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer it's almost impossible to say with certainty it will work. Wish I had a better answer for you! Thanks for watching!
Doesn’t work with 2012 Lexus ct200h
@@victorgomez4403 Darn, sorry to hear that 😢
Thinkdiag software definitely can be picky and improved, but it's still my go to scanner other than an Autel MP808
Would be the same with 2015 lexus gs350?
I can't say for sure but I suspect it would likely be very close.
@@DIYDaveOK okay i'm gone order and see how its go
Sir you are Legend , great video , greetings from England.
Would be beneficial to buy a small microphone from ebay or amazon to isolate outdoor noises wind , car noise etc
Agree! Got a new camera with a better mic for just that reason!! Thanks for the kind words and for watching
Will this work on 2007 bmw 335i?
Unfortunately, the best I can say is *maybe*. Each manufacturer's key programming is subtly different from each other, and that's especially true for European vehicles. Wish I had a more specific answer for you!
Thanks for sharing al this hard work with us , I have question is thingdiag has all car brand ? I’m concerned about American/Japanese/Korean ?
They have software available for nearly every major make I know of. Thanks for watching!
I bought one actually for my 2016 Ford Escape and it’s not working/support my car . Although my car brand there but it doesn’t support it .
The faces he makes! 😂
I loved his video and his faces.
DIY David looks like Dexter when he gets old.
@@Shiftertheboyz LOL not sure if I should be insulted or complimented 🤣
I like this guy.
Thanks 😁
Thanks for the info, Im gonna try it on my mercedes w203 c230 :-D
Great! Hope it works for you!!
Did it work for the Mercedes?
Thank you Sir
SENSACIONAL !
ThinkDiag model ?????
It's a TKD01. Thanks for watching!
@@DIYDaveOK can you let me know where can i buy one?
Amazon is usually offering them with some promotions.
Thanks Sir i like your video
Thanks very much! Appreciate your watching!
now you have a new subscriber.
it's meee
Fantastic!! Thanks for watching and subscribing!!
i did not tried it yet, but all i can say is.
all the thanks is yours
Great
Thanks!!
software failed because memory was being in use by the camera recorder!
Not so. The recording was made live when it worked.
Hi handsome, great video and funny
Useless
Could you offer a bit more detail than that? I'll try to help if I can..