[Closed] I bought a 2007 Scion tC and it didn’t come with a PIN code

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Vikingking
Member since September 2022 • 26 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2007 Scion tC

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1082 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2007 Scion tC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (4)

Airjordan
Member • 64 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2007 Scion tC.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 16 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2007 Scion tC for days.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 67 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2007 Scion tC.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 66 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2007 Scion tC. Huge thanks!

October 31, 2024 Reply

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