[Solution] Trying to reprogram key for 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser, but no PIN code

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Knightrider
Member since June 2023 • 17 posts

Need my 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on January 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1660 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 16, 2025

Replies (3)

Xenoking
Member • 76 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 71 posts

Just tried this on my 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser—anyone else have success?

January 17, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 70 posts

Following this for my 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. Please update if it works!

January 18, 2025 Reply

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