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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 09:15 AM
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Just trying to put some feelers out, does anyone know of a locksmith that sells and programs key/keyfobs, I need a new one for my 2006 LR3 SE. I really don't want to spend $400-$500 on a new key. Any help is greatly appreciated.

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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 11:06 AM
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Where are you located? Do you have an existing key that starts the vehicle?
 
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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 11:13 AM
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Yes I do, the only issue I'm having with that key/keyfob is the unlock actuator is sticking. I had it fixed before that's why the button is white but it's starting to fail. Would like to fix this one and get a new key that way I'm not in the same boat again
 
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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 11:13 AM
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Sorry, I live in North Dallas, work in the design district
 
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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 01:29 PM
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The best thing you can do for this situation and going forward is buy a GAP IID tool. ($500). Get a cheap aftermarket remote on ebay or amazon and code yourself. The GAP tool will pay for its self in the first year.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 01:35 PM
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What do you think of this one? It says key fob programming?

https://www.roverparts.com/Parts/ILA...saAv83EALw_wcB
 
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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 04:27 PM
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Any competent locksmith should be able to copy/program your key or make a new one and will come to you. It wouldn't be the same configuration, but it would be a key if necessity is an issue. In my area prices range from 90$-300$
 
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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 04:33 PM
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I've contacted at least 10 different locksmiths in Dallas and none program the key, that they can't service that vehicle...
 
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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 05:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Identamerican
Any competent locksmith should be able to copy/program your key or make a new one and will come to you. It wouldn't be the same configuration, but it would be a key if necessity is an issue. In my area prices range from 90$-300$
Thats news to me. I was always under the impression that only a Rover dealer can program the key fob. For DIY, the GAP tool. Those were the only options.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2019 | 05:19 PM
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Originally Posted by DakotaTravler
Thats news to me. I was always under the impression that only a Rover dealer can program the key fob. For DIY, the GAP tool. Those were the only options.
That's what I'm finding out, thanks for your help
 
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