[Archived] How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 2008 Toyota Toyoace?

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Quantumleap
Member since November 2021 • 104 posts

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

Posted on September 22, 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 Toyoace. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 23, 2024

Replies (6)

Goldengate
Member • 57 posts

Trying this out on my 2008 Toyota Toyoace today—hoping it works.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 36 posts

My 2008 Toyota Toyoace won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 27 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2008 Toyota Toyoace.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 142 posts

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

September 26, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 53 posts

This thread might save my 2008 Toyota Toyoace. Thanks everyone!

September 27, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 28 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2008 Toyota Toyoace. Thanks!

September 28, 2024 Reply

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