[Closed] 2018 Toyota Corolla SE key reader not responding - code issue?

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Techlord
Member since May 2022 • 35 posts

Need my 2018 Toyota Corolla SE's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on September 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1941 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Toyota Corolla SE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 25, 2024

Replies (3)

Voodooman
Member • 36 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2018 Toyota Corolla SE.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 15 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2018 Toyota Corolla SE!

September 26, 2024 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 110 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2018 Toyota Corolla SE. Trying this instead.

September 27, 2024 Reply

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