[ap105]

My first post! I just got a 2006 TSX and I wanted to get the switchblade type key that is in the new Acura’s.

Yes I know there are many other threads about the switchblade key but I couldn’t find anything recent.

So to my understanding is that you buy the key and then you have to get it cut, like any other key you would need to make a duplicate of. Then your suppose to program it. And that’s about it? Right?

I asked the dealership they had no idea all they said they could see if they can do it and said they are not sure if the switchblade key I would buy can fit into their machine. Also they said it be about $60 for programming. I was just thinking about calling up locksmiths and getting a price that be cheaper.

But I wanted to know are there any recommendations to what key I should get or from where (website). I was looking at eBay 04~08 ACURA TSX SMART STYLE FLIP TRANSPONDER CHIP KEYLESS ENTRY KEY REMOTE FOB | eBay &fits=Year%3A2006|Make%3AAcura|Model%3ATSX&hash=it em41632c7e54&vxp=mtr

^^ is that any good? Also it shouldn’t be hard to cut and program for a locksmith right? I just don’t want to spend $60 on the key and have them mess it up.

Thanks in advance!

 

[geebra]

i bought one similiar off ebay, and yes it works

 

[sergio]

Can I buy one switchblade key and use my current one as my backup?

 

[geebra]

^ you may, the car can sync up to 2 key fobs.........so if you ever want to go back to the oem one, you have to resync the keys

 

[sergio]

So i wont be able to just pop in the original one if I start using the switchblade?

 

[milkbone98]

A lot of places either can't or won't cut the key, it doesn't fit perfectly into their machines. I have one of them, got it cut by a locksmith then programmed by Acura dealer. Total price ~ $110, key + $50 program, cut for free by friend at locksmith. Have had it for about 6 months now, no real problems but after I let a friend borrow it the switchblade button sticks. IDK if defect is key or friend lol. My previous key and fob still work too.

 

[geebra]

So i wont be able to just pop in the original one if I start using the switchblade?

You should have 2 keys and 2 fobs, 1 valet. The keys will start the car as it has the immobilizer chips. But you can only have 2 fobs synced.

 

[ap105]

A lot of places either can't or won't cut the key, it doesn't fit perfectly into their machines. I have one of them, got it cut by a locksmith then programmed by Acura dealer. Total price ~ $110, key + $50 program, cut for free by friend at locksmith. Have had it for about 6 months now, no real problems but after I let a friend borrow it the switchblade button sticks. IDK if defect is key or friend lol. My previous key and fob still work too.

as long as they are able to do it then im good with it. dont want to waste the $$ if they cant. so for the eBay switchblade key is it good quality, durable enough?

 

[kdawg123]

You should have 2 keys and 2 fobs, 1 valet. The keys will start the car as it has the immobilizer chips. But you can only have 2 fobs synced.

can i have one fob that came with the car and one fob that is the newer generation switchblade key?

 

[Dannyv]

Just order it from Heeltoeauto.com, marcus is def a great person to deal with business wise he kept me posted on my order, i even sent the wrong SB some douche sold me and he discounted me on one he had, definitely gotta say he takes care of his customers and its like 180 total. Fastline Performance / Heeltoe Automotive Milled Switchblade Key : For 04-08 Acura TL and TSX - HeelToe Automotive

 

[AZN.M3NACE]

Most def order from Heeltoe Automotive. I ordered from him and was excellent. My key working great and will be ordering another one from him soon!

 

[milkbone98]

Just order it from Heeltoeauto.com, marcus is def a great person to deal with business wise he kept me posted on my order,

If I had to get another one that is what I would do, ordered from HeelToe before and was very happy with he care given to my order and my CC#.

 

[ap105]

thanks for the help guys!

but one more question how much should i expect to pay for cutting and programming. the switchblade and the other regular keys.

 

[geebra]

thanks for the help guys!

but one more question how much should i expect to pay for cutting and programming. the switchblade and the other regular keys.

Cutting the key is cheap but programming is not. I have heard done dealers charge $60 for cut and program and heard $120 at some. Dependent on location and not all lock smiths can program the key, so call around.

 

[ap105]

also does the keys come milled? for the tsx? like the thickness or the length is all pre cut or would the locksmith have to do that?

 

[din9lebeRrY]

I wish I knew of a locksmith in NYC that could take a heeltoe milled switchblade key ($120) and cut (easy part) and program it to my car (hard part).

Anyone in the NYC area got this done? If so from who and how much?

I got my car with a regular key/valet key and a driver 2 keyfob and , so I wouldn't mind a driver 1 now...and the sbk looks nice

 

[BigBurton13]

also does the keys come milled? for the tsx? like the thickness or the length is all pre cut or would the locksmith have to do that?

Comes pre-milled for the TSX. All is perfect for the TSX. Just need to cut and program. I bought one from Marcus at HeelToe after my ebay key broke. If I could do it all over again, I wouldn't have wasted my money on the ebay key.

 

[ap105]

okay found a locksmith that will cut and program the key for $35. last thing i want to ask is your guys opinion should i get heeltoe key 119$ or ebay about 60$. its a major price difference. your guys input will help greatly.

 

[geebra]

okay found a locksmith that will cut and program the key for $35. last thing i want to ask is your guys opinion should i get heeltoe key 119$ or ebay about 60$. its a major price difference. your guys input will help greatly.

I would say heeltoe. Better quality

 

[BigBurton13]

okay found a locksmith that will cut and program the key for $35. last thing i want to ask is your guys opinion should i get heeltoe key 119$ or ebay about 60$. its a major price difference. your guys input will help greatly.

heeltoe. Had the ebay key and it only lasted about 2 months prior to breaking the key part off. Still can use it as a remote though. :thumbsup: