[Resolved] Trying to program a new key for my 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser - where's the key code?

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Frostymug
Member since October 2022 • 148 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser - help?

Posted on August 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 530 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Superfly
Member • 112 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser, would this method still work?

August 18, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 76 posts

Was about to tow my 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. Let me try this first.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 27 posts

I have the same 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser and I'm also trying to find the key code.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 144 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. Need the code badly.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 126 posts

My 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

August 22, 2024 Reply

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