[Success] Bought used 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited - where's the key code?

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Pixelpusher
Member since October 2022 • 25 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited for making new keys?

Posted on November 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1748 posts

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

Posted on November 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Yellowsub
Member • 126 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited too.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 9 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited. This looks promising.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 18 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 60 posts

My 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 28, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 32 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2016 Toyota Tundra Limited. Huge thanks!

November 29, 2024 Reply

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