[Resolved] Bought used 2009 Toyota Porte - where's the key code?

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Ironwill
Member since September 2022 • 108 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2009 Toyota Porte?

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Toyota Porte. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (4)

Windwalker
Member • 108 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2009 Toyota Porte. Trying this now.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 96 posts

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

December 19, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 106 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2009 Toyota Porte. Giving it a go myself.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 74 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2009 Toyota Porte won’t recognize the key.

December 21, 2024 Reply

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