[Answered] 2010 Toyota RAV4 Limited Edition immobilizer not responding after new key

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Knightrider
Member since October 2022 • 74 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2010 Toyota RAV4 Limited Edition for making new keys?

Posted on November 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 545 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Toyota RAV4 Limited Edition. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 19, 2024

Replies (4)

Jumpman
Member • 12 posts

Was about to give up on my 2010 Toyota RAV4 Limited Edition, but this gives me hope.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 38 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2010 Toyota RAV4 Limited Edition.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 74 posts

If this works for my 2010 Toyota RAV4 Limited Edition, I owe you big time.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 133 posts

Just what I needed! My 2010 Toyota RAV4 Limited Edition has been acting up lately.

November 22, 2024 Reply

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