[Solved] Looking for my 1999 Toyota RAV4's factory key code to program a key

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Platinumblonde
Member since July 2022 • 137 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 1999 Toyota RAV4?

Posted on November 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Toyota RAV4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 07, 2024

Replies (3)

Laserbeam
Member • 15 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1999 Toyota RAV4 too.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 129 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1999 Toyota RAV4.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 51 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1999 Toyota RAV4's key code.

November 09, 2024 Reply

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