[Answered] 2012 Toyota Sai keyless entry failed - car won’t start

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Rustyshack
Member since May 2023 • 101 posts

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

Posted on April 14, 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 Sai. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Voodoochild
Member • 81 posts

Desperate to get my 2012 Toyota Sai running again. Trying this tonight.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 42 posts

My 2012 Toyota Sai refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 92 posts

My 2012 Toyota Sai's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 126 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2012 Toyota Sai.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 63 posts

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

April 19, 2025 Reply

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