[Method] Replacing immobilizer module on 2009 Toyota Reiz - need to reprogram?

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Digitalx
Member since May 2022 • 13 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2009 Toyota Reiz for making new keys?

Posted on April 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 520 posts

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

Posted on April 15, 2025

Replies (3)

Eve
Member • 53 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2009 Toyota Reiz.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 95 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2009 Toyota Reiz. Trying this instead.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 115 posts

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

April 17, 2025 Reply

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