[Fixed] How do locksmiths get key codes for 2009 Scion iQs?

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Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2009 Scion iQ?

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Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2009 Scion iQ before?

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I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2009 Scion iQ.

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2009 Scion iQ before?

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