[Confirmed Fix] Looking for a way to read my 2004 Toyota Surf's transponder code

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Quantumpie
Member since February 2022 • 102 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2004 Toyota Surf for key programming?

Posted on November 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1046 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Toyota Surf. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 01, 2024

Replies (6)

Jumpman
Member • 127 posts

I have a 2011 2004 Toyota Surf, will this method work for that year?

December 01, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 13 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2004 Toyota Surf.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 145 posts

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

December 03, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 41 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2004 Toyota Surf owner.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 90 posts

If this works for my 2004 Toyota Surf, I owe you big time.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 36 posts

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

December 06, 2024 Reply

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