[Verified] 2007 Toyota 4Runner keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Pandaexpress
Member since April 2022 • 87 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2007 Toyota 4Runner key fob?

Posted on March 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on March 13, 2025

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Phoenixrise
Member • 140 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2007 Toyota 4Runner.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Yellowjacket
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Trying this out on my 2007 Toyota 4Runner today—hoping it works.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Quantumq
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Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2007 Toyota 4Runner.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Thunderbolt
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March 16, 2025 Reply
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