[Confirmed] Is the key code tied to the ECU or the key on a 2016 Scion xA?

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Yellowsub
Member since December 2022 • 22 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2016 Scion xA

Posted on December 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 923 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Scion xA. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Killerbee
Member • 75 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2016 Scion xA!

December 23, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 44 posts

My 2016 Scion xA has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 24, 2024 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 150 posts

Using this on my 2016 Scion xA now. Hope it works.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 92 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2016 Scion xA. Thanks!

December 26, 2024 Reply
Diana
Member • 54 posts

Was about to give up on my 2016 Scion xA, but this gives me hope.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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