[Recommended Fix] Help with programming a key for my 2017 Toyota Prius c

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How do I find the key code to program a key for my 2017 Toyota Prius c?

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

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Using this on my 2017 Toyota Prius c now. Hope it works.

This is exactly what I need for my 2017 Toyota Prius c, thanks for posting!

Can’t believe this worked on my 2017 Toyota Prius c. Huge thanks!

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2017 Toyota Prius c for a while.

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