[Resolved] Got blank key for 2017 Toyota Yaris from eBay - no code

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How can I find my 2017 Toyota Yaris's key code to program a new key?

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Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2017 Toyota Yariss?

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2017 Toyota Yaris.

Just tried this on my 2017 Toyota Yaris—anyone else have success?

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2017 Toyota Yaris.

My mechanic said this might help with my 2017 Toyota Yaris key issue.

This trick worked for my buddy's 2017 Toyota Yaris. Giving it a go myself.

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