[Solved] Looking for my 1988 Toyota FJ62's key code to program a new key

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Orangesoda
Member since December 2022 • 116 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 1988 Toyota FJ62?

Posted on February 02, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1988 Toyota FJ62. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 03, 2025

Replies (5)

Viperstrike
Member • 147 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1988 Toyota FJ62.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 98 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1988 Toyota FJ62. This is a lifesaver.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 17 posts

My 1988 Toyota FJ62 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 57 posts

My 1988 Toyota FJ62 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

February 06, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 45 posts

I’m not alone! My 1988 Toyota FJ62 is doing the same thing.

February 07, 2025 Reply

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