[Fixed] Need my 2008 Toyota Hilux's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

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Emeraldeye
Member since March 2022 • 144 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2008 Toyota Hilux?

Posted on January 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 644 posts

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

Posted on January 14, 2025

Replies (6)

Cosmokid
Member • 39 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 2008 Toyota Hilux.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 131 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2008 Toyota Hilux, would this method still work?

January 15, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 127 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2008 Toyota Hilux.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 90 posts

Was about to tow my 2008 Toyota Hilux. Let me try this first.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 135 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2008 Toyota Hilux key issue.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 15 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2008 Toyota Hilux.

January 19, 2025 Reply

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