[Answered] Trying to DIY program a key for 2021 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition - missing code

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Xrayspecs
Member since July 2023 • 149 posts

Need my 2021 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on November 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Darthvader
Member • 72 posts

I’m not alone! My 2021 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition is doing the same thing.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 116 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2021 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 44 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2021 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition as well.

November 12, 2024 Reply

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