[Archived] Scion xA turns on dash but won’t crank - key issue?

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Frank
Member since April 2022 • 137 posts

Looking for my Scion xA's factory key code to program a key

Posted on March 05, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1709 posts

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

Posted on March 06, 2025

Replies (3)

Xrayvision
Member • 99 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Scion xA for days.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 92 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Scion xA too.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 77 posts

Same problem on my Scion xA. Watching for any working solutions.

March 08, 2025 Reply

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