[Completed] Key cloning didn’t work - 1993 Toyota Celica still needs code

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Pandaexpress
Member since August 2021 • 13 posts

Need my 1993 Toyota Celica's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on March 23, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Toyota Celica. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 24, 2025

Replies (3)

Electricboog
Member • 35 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1993 Toyota Celica too.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 149 posts

Same issue here with my 1993 Toyota Celica, let me know if it works.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 137 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1993 Toyota Celica this weekend.

March 26, 2025 Reply

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