[Confirmed Fix] Can body shop provide key code for Toyota 1000?

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Emeraldcity
Member since December 2022 • 126 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Toyota 1000 to make keys?

Posted on March 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1719 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota 1000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 17, 2025

Replies (4)

Captaincrunch
Member • 29 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Toyota 1000 too.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 125 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Toyota 1000.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 149 posts

Saved me from towing my Toyota 1000. Thanks!

March 19, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 69 posts

Same problem on my Toyota 1000. Watching for any working solutions.

March 20, 2025 Reply

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