[Issue Closed] My 2009 Toyota Matrix is stuck after battery change - needs code

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Alphamale
Member since July 2022 • 136 posts

How to get my 2009 Toyota Matrix's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on March 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Toyota Matrix. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 18, 2025

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Alphacent
Member • 65 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2009 Toyota Matrix this weekend.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 42 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2009 Toyota Matrix.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
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Key code problems with my 2009 Toyota Matrix as well. Subscribed!

March 20, 2025 Reply

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