[Working] Programming new key for 2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited - don’t know code

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Electriceel
Member since May 2022 • 72 posts

How can I access my 2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited's key code to program new keys?

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Icecold
Member • 94 posts

Anyone try this on a 2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited with push-button start?

December 18, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 132 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited, thanks for posting!

December 19, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 67 posts

Does this method work for the 2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited models from 2010 onward?

December 20, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 18 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 122 posts

I have the same 2012 Toyota RAV4 Limited and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 22, 2024 Reply

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