[Update] Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Toyota 85C

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Titanium
Member since December 2021 • 53 posts

Need my Toyota 85C's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on May 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota 85C. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 29, 2025

Replies (6)

Frostbite
Member • 116 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Toyota 85C!

May 29, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 59 posts

My Toyota 85C has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

May 30, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 98 posts

My Toyota 85C won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

May 31, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 97 posts

Anyone try this on a Toyota 85C with push-button start?

June 01, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 97 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Toyota 85C.

June 02, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 35 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Toyota 85C's mystery code.

June 03, 2025 Reply

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