[Answered] Dealer vs locksmith for 2008 Toyota Blade key code

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Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2008 Toyota Blade

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Can’t believe this worked on my 2008 Toyota Blade. Huge thanks!

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2008 Toyota Blade!

Why is finding a key code on a 2008 Toyota Blade this hard?!

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