[Method] 2014 Scion tC won’t respond to my new key - PIN code?

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Irongiant
Member since July 2023 • 119 posts

How to get the factory key code for my 2014 Scion tC to make keys?

Posted on May 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1982 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2014 Scion tC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 15, 2025

Replies (6)

Goldeneye
Member • 117 posts

This thread might save my 2014 Scion tC. Thanks everyone!

May 15, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 142 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2014 Scion tC—might work for mine too.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 105 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2014 Scion tC before?

May 17, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 143 posts

This just might solve my 2014 Scion tC's ignition issue.

May 18, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 41 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2014 Scion tC.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 76 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2014 Scion tC.

May 20, 2025 Reply

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