[Update] Is it possible to recover the immobilizer code for my 2009 Toyota Vios?

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Madhatter
Member since April 2022 • 90 posts

Need my 2009 Toyota Vios's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on January 08, 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 Vios. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 09, 2025

Replies (3)

Javajunkie
Member • 33 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2009 Toyota Vios.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 105 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2009 Toyota Vios, following this thread.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 147 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2009 Toyota Vios for days.

January 11, 2025 Reply

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