[Confirmed Fix] Trying to register new fob for 2022 Toyota 4Runner - stuck on code

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Where do they get the key code to program 2022 Toyota 4Runner keys at the dealer?

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Following along—same issue with my 2022 Toyota 4Runner.

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2022 Toyota 4Runner?

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2022 Toyota 4Runner!

Worked on my cousin’s 2022 Toyota 4Runner—might work for mine too.

Same issue here with my 2022 Toyota 4Runner, let me know if it works.

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