[Free Solution] Verify 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser key code before paying dealer

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Echolima
Member since September 2022 • 98 posts

How to get my 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on December 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1748 posts

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

Posted on December 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Whiterabbit
Member • 10 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser owner.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 138 posts

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

December 11, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 70 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser!

December 12, 2024 Reply

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