[Free Tool] Keyless entry fails on 2009 Toyota Prado - immobilizer active?

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Captainkirk
Member since May 2022 • 106 posts

How can I find my 2009 Toyota Prado's key code to program a new key?

Posted on April 09, 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 Prado. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Easymoney
Member • 71 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2009 Toyota Prado.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 40 posts

My 2009 Toyota Prado won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 49 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2009 Toyota Prado key issue.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 125 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2009 Toyota Prado—might work for mine too.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 110 posts

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

April 14, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 104 posts

My 2009 Toyota Prado is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

April 15, 2025 Reply

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