[Resolved] 2004 Toyota Prius won’t crank after battery died - code needed?

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Yankeezulu
Member since April 2022 • 55 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2004 Toyota Prius

Posted on December 12, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Toyota Prius. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 13, 2024

Replies (6)

Laughingman
Member • 96 posts

My 2004 Toyota Prius just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 35 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2004 Toyota Prius key code too.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 33 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2004 Toyota Prius too.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 27 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2004 Toyota Prius. Trying this instead.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 15 posts

Anyone try this on a 2004 Toyota Prius with push-button start?

December 17, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 134 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2004 Toyota Prius. Trying this instead.

December 18, 2024 Reply

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