[Free Tool] Need key code to program fob for 2017 Toyota Highlander

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Omegared
Member since October 2022 • 143 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2017 Toyota Highlander?

Posted on December 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1868 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Toyota Highlander. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Cosmicray
Member • 62 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2017 Toyota Highlander.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 81 posts

My 2017 Toyota Highlander's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 30, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 48 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2017 Toyota Highlander!

December 31, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 113 posts

My 2017 Toyota Highlander needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 01, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 150 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2017 Toyota Highlander.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Echolima
Member • 129 posts

I tried this with my 2017 Toyota Highlander but still no luck. Any suggestions?

January 03, 2025 Reply

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