Thanks for chiming in.

The stealership wants $200 for a new cylinder for the drivers door. A friend of a friend said he can make the replacement and repair for $150. Sounds like a good deal.

Now that the original fob is basically kaput and my spare I was finally able to program. I am feeling a little better about the whole thing.

Same guy said he can make a new key for $120. And I am considering getting it as the stealership is asking $300.

Brad

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