[Status: Resolved] How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 2012 Toyota Century?

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Megabyte
Member since July 2023 • 77 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2012 Toyota Century?

Posted on March 02, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Toyota Century. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 03, 2025

Replies (6)

Crazycat
Member • 25 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2012 Toyota Century's key code issue!

March 03, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 109 posts

I think my 2012 Toyota Century has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 04, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 34 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2012 Toyota Century.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 42 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2012 Toyota Century. Giving it a go myself.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 11 posts

Just what I needed! My 2012 Toyota Century has been acting up lately.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 32 posts

Just what I needed! My 2012 Toyota Century has been acting up lately.

March 08, 2025 Reply

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