[Confirmed] How can I retrieve my 2010 Scion tC's key code to make a spare key?

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Greenlantern
Member since July 2023 • 29 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2010 Scion tC for programming keys?

Posted on March 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Scion tC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 10, 2025

Replies (4)

Codemaster
Member • 147 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2010 Scion tCs?

March 10, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 54 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2010 Scion tC too.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 40 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2010 Scion tC.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 97 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 2010 Scion tC?

March 13, 2025 Reply

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