[Status: Resolved] Dealer charging $150 for 2005 Toyota Celica key code - alternatives?

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Ziggystar
Member since March 2022 • 34 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2005 Toyota Celica keys?

Posted on October 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1170 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Toyota Celica. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Younggun
Member • 33 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 2005 Toyota Celica key code too.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 98 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2005 Toyota Celica!

October 16, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 138 posts

My 2005 Toyota Celica won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 74 posts

Been stuck with my 2005 Toyota Celica for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 18, 2024 Reply

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