[Archived] How to find the key code to program keys for my 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5?

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Eagleeye
Member since June 2022 • 137 posts

Need my 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Hotwheels
Member • 119 posts

Just tried this on my 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5—anyone else have success?

September 20, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 65 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5 too!

September 21, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 72 posts

Desperate to get my 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5 running again. Trying this tonight.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 138 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 59 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5s?

September 24, 2024 Reply

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