[Update] Need help: how to unlock a 1997 Toyota Paseo without the ignition code

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Xenowarrior
Member since April 2022 • 65 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 1997 Toyota Paseo?

Posted on November 23, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Toyota Paseo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 24, 2024

Replies (3)

Zerocool
Member • 123 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 1997 Toyota Paseo before?

November 24, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 27 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1997 Toyota Paseo key code too.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 67 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1997 Toyota Paseo owner.

November 26, 2024 Reply

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