[Recommended Fix] Got a blank key - how to program for 2008 Toyota Crown?

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Jumpman
Member since January 2023 • 90 posts

Looking for my 2008 Toyota Crown's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on February 25, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on February 26, 2025

Replies (4)

Laughingman
Member • 137 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2008 Toyota Crown.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 119 posts

My 2008 Toyota Crown is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 97 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2008 Toyota Crown.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 90 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2008 Toyota Crown all week. Hope this helps.

March 01, 2025 Reply

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