[Recommended Fix] Has anyone recovered ignition code for 2014 Toyota Matrix successfully?

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Where do they get the key code to program 2014 Toyota Matrix keys at the dealer?

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Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2014 Toyota Matrix.

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