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

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Haloeffect
Member since August 2022 • 53 posts

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

Posted on April 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1251 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Toyota Blade. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 17, 2025

Replies (3)

Charlie
Member • 132 posts

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

April 17, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 82 posts

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

April 18, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 57 posts

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

April 19, 2025 Reply

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