[Success] All 2008 Toyota 4Runner SR5 keys lost - how to reset immobilizer?

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Ironwill
Member since May 2023 • 124 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2008 Toyota 4Runner SR5

Posted on May 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Toyota 4Runner SR5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 15, 2025

Replies (3)

Xenowarrior
Member • 81 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2008 Toyota 4Runner SR5. This might do it.

May 15, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 46 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2008 Toyota 4Runner SR5!

May 16, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 63 posts

Was about to give up on my 2008 Toyota 4Runner SR5, but this gives me hope.

May 17, 2025 Reply

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