[Free Solution] Bought used 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - where's the key code?

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Alphamax
Member since April 2022 • 79 posts

Need my 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on November 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 976 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Xenomorph
Member • 55 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 95 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid too!

November 22, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 77 posts

My 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 114 posts

I think my 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 7 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Need the code badly.

November 25, 2024 Reply

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