[Free Solution] Dealer charging $250 for Scion tC AT10 code - alternatives?

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Whiterabbit
Member since August 2022 • 108 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Scion tC AT10?

Posted on November 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1096 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Scion tC AT10. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 13, 2024

Replies (5)

Alphacent
Member • 56 posts

My Scion tC AT10's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 13, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 58 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Scion tC AT10 as well.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 44 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Scion tC AT10.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 77 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Scion tC AT10.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 31 posts

Just tried this on my Scion tC AT10—anyone else have success?

November 17, 2024 Reply

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