[Archived] 2011 Toyota Prius I security light flashing - won't start

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Xenonflash
Member since April 2023 • 127 posts

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

Posted on August 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 564 posts

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

Posted on August 27, 2024

Replies (4)

Laughingman
Member • 45 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2011 Toyota Prius I.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 140 posts

Been stuck with my 2011 Toyota Prius I for weeks. This might be the fix.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 73 posts

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

August 29, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 144 posts

Does this method work for the 2011 Toyota Prius I models from 2010 onward?

August 30, 2024 Reply

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