[Free Tool] Key programming failed on my 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser - need code

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Vectorprime
Member since January 2023 • 88 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser keys?

Posted on October 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1891 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Neonqueen
Member • 7 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. This looks promising.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 14 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser?

October 30, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 41 posts

My 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 73 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser all week. Hope this helps.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 43 posts

This thread might save my 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. Thanks everyone!

November 02, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 68 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. This might do it.

November 03, 2024 Reply

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