[Update] Need key code to program fob for 2000 Toyota Avalon

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Need my 2000 Toyota Avalon's key code to program a new transponder key

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Same issue here with my 2000 Toyota Avalon, let me know if it works.

My 2000 Toyota Avalon's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2000 Toyota Avalon.

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2000 Toyota Avalon.

Was about to tow my 2000 Toyota Avalon. Let me try this first.

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