[Completed] Need help finding my 2008 Toyota Corolla CE's key code

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Quicksilver
Member since March 2022 • 106 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2008 Toyota Corolla CE

Posted on August 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Toyota Corolla CE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 25, 2024

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Blackbelt
Member • 77 posts

Saved me from towing my 2008 Toyota Corolla CE. Thanks!

August 25, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 106 posts

Following this for my 2008 Toyota Corolla CE. Please update if it works!

August 26, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 37 posts

Will this work for older 2008 Toyota Corolla CEs? Mine's a 2009.

August 27, 2024 Reply

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