[Completed] Looking for my 2008 Toyota ist's key code to program a new key fob

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Alphacent
Member since May 2022 • 24 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 2008 Toyota ist?

Posted on December 17, 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 ist. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Vikingking
Member • 20 posts

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

December 18, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 64 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2008 Toyota ist, thanks for posting!

December 19, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 5 posts

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

December 20, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 81 posts

My 2008 Toyota ist has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 21, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 48 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2008 Toyota ist.

December 22, 2024 Reply

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