[Solved] Can’t access immobilizer settings on 2008 Toyota Surf scanner

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Zerogravity
Member since September 2022 • 83 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2008 Toyota Surf key?

Posted on October 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1178 posts

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

Posted on October 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Frostbite
Member • 101 posts

My 2008 Toyota Surf might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 59 posts

If this works for my 2008 Toyota Surf, I owe you big time.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 5 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2008 Toyota Surf too.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 120 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2008 Toyota Surf, hope this helps.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 112 posts

Really need the key code for my 2008 Toyota Surf, thanks for sharing!

October 25, 2024 Reply

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