[Success] 2011 Toyota Prado won’t respond to key fob - immobilizer problem?

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Vortexx
Member since September 2022 • 94 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2011 Toyota Prado for key programming?

Posted on November 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Toyota Prado. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 29, 2024

Replies (4)

Darkknight
Member • 86 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2011 Toyota Prado.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 134 posts

Just what I needed! My 2011 Toyota Prado has been acting up lately.

November 30, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 80 posts

Was about to give up on my 2011 Toyota Prado, but this gives me hope.

December 01, 2024 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 25 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2011 Toyota Prado, thanks for posting!

December 02, 2024 Reply

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