[Verified] Anyone tried key programming on 2011 Toyota Vanguard without PIN?

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Alphamale
Member since December 2021 • 109 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my 2011 Toyota Vanguard?

Posted on September 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1921 posts

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

Posted on September 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Neontiger
Member • 136 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2011 Toyota Vanguard.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 84 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2011 Toyota Vanguard owner.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 44 posts

My 2011 Toyota Vanguard's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 106 posts

My 2011 Toyota Vanguard has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 27, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 71 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2011 Toyota Vanguard. Giving it a go myself.

September 28, 2024 Reply

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