[Solution] Dealer wants $$$ for 2018 Toyota Prius Prime Advanced code - any other options?

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Captainkirk
Member since February 2023 • 16 posts

Trying to program a new key for my 2018 Toyota Prius Prime Advanced - where's the key code?

Posted on September 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1074 posts

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

Posted on September 11, 2024

Replies (5)

Luckyluke
Member • 95 posts

My 2018 Toyota Prius Prime Advanced won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 42 posts

My 2018 Toyota Prius Prime Advanced's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 82 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2018 Toyota Prius Prime Advanced.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 77 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2018 Toyota Prius Prime Advanced.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 118 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2018 Toyota Prius Prime Advanced!

September 15, 2024 Reply

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