[Working] Is immobilizer PIN same across all 1998 Toyota Tacoma Xtracab trims?

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Yankeezulu
Member since April 2022 • 106 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 1998 Toyota Tacoma Xtracab for key programming?

Posted on November 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 722 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Toyota Tacoma Xtracab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 13, 2024

Replies (6)

Bob
Member • 29 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 1998 Toyota Tacoma Xtracab for a while.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 142 posts

Saved me from towing my 1998 Toyota Tacoma Xtracab. Thanks!

November 14, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 37 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1998 Toyota Tacoma Xtracab.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 9 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1998 Toyota Tacoma Xtracab too.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 73 posts

Was about to give up on my 1998 Toyota Tacoma Xtracab, but this gives me hope.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 44 posts

Really need the key code for my 1998 Toyota Tacoma Xtracab, thanks for sharing!

November 18, 2024 Reply

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