[Free Tool] How dealers get key codes for 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

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Phoenixrise
Member since July 2023 • 115 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid?

Posted on October 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 867 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 31, 2024

Replies (3)

Silverfox
Member • 15 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid?

October 31, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 46 posts

My 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 56 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2018 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid this weekend.

November 02, 2024 Reply

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