[Issue Closed] Need help: how to unlock a 2004 Toyota Sequoia SR5 without the ignition code

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Xrayspecs
Member since September 2022 • 145 posts

Looking for my 2004 Toyota Sequoia SR5's factory key code to program a key

Posted on December 15, 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 Sequoia SR5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (5)

Mistermiyagi
Member • 123 posts

My 2004 Toyota Sequoia SR5 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 75 posts

I think my 2004 Toyota Sequoia SR5 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 144 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2004 Toyota Sequoia SR5.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 19 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2004 Toyota Sequoia SR5. Trying this now.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 107 posts

My 2004 Toyota Sequoia SR5's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 20, 2024 Reply

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