[Success] How do I find the ignition security code for 2008 Scion tC?

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Flyingdutch
Member since October 2022 • 124 posts

How can I obtain my 2008 Scion tC's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on February 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on February 16, 2025

Replies (3)

Javaking
Member • 64 posts

I have the same 2008 Scion tC and I'm also trying to find the key code.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 8 posts

I have the same 2008 Scion tC and I'm also trying to find the key code.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 118 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2008 Scion tC key issue.

February 18, 2025 Reply

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