[Issue Closed] How can I retrieve my 2010 Toyota Prius's key code to make a spare key?

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Gamemaster
Member since July 2022 • 53 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2010 Toyota Prius?

Posted on October 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1271 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Toyota Prius. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 03, 2024

Replies (5)

Easymoney
Member • 63 posts

My 2010 Toyota Prius's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 03, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 27 posts

My 2010 Toyota Prius won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 134 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2010 Toyota Prius's key code.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 125 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2010 Toyota Prius before?

October 06, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 65 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2010 Toyota Prius won’t recognize the key.

October 07, 2024 Reply

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