[Verified] 2011 Toyota Prius III key fob sync failed - missing programming code?

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Rocketman
Member since June 2022 • 122 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2011 Toyota Prius III keys?

Posted on February 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1644 posts

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

Posted on February 10, 2025

Replies (3)

Titanium
Member • 138 posts

If this works for my 2011 Toyota Prius III, I owe you big time.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 129 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2011 Toyota Prius III.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 30 posts

Will this work for older 2011 Toyota Prius IIIs? Mine's a 2009.

February 12, 2025 Reply

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