[Archived] Anyone tried key programming on 2009 Toyota Sequoia without PIN?

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Charlie
Member since January 2023 • 14 posts

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

Posted on October 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 526 posts

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

Posted on October 03, 2024

Replies (4)

Eve
Member • 76 posts

Will this work if the 2009 Toyota Sequoia has an aftermarket alarm?

October 03, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 62 posts

Using this on my 2009 Toyota Sequoia now. Hope it works.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 120 posts

I tried this with my 2009 Toyota Sequoia but still no luck. Any suggestions?

October 05, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 35 posts

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

October 06, 2024 Reply

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