[Update] Can’t get past anti-theft lock on my 2004 Toyota Corolla

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Xfactor
Member since November 2021 • 85 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2004 Toyota Corolla?

Posted on February 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Toyota Corolla. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 11, 2025

Replies (5)

Hotwheels
Member • 42 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2004 Toyota Corolla, thanks for posting!

February 11, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 10 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2004 Toyota Corolla?

February 12, 2025 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 61 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2004 Toyota Corolla. Trying this now.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 51 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2004 Toyota Corolla—might work for mine too.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 75 posts

My 2004 Toyota Corolla has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

February 15, 2025 Reply

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