[Solved] Toyota Caldina won't accept new key - transponder issue?

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Steelwolf
Member since February 2023 • 138 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Toyota Caldina for key programming?

Posted on January 06, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1711 posts

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

Posted on January 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Unicorn
Member • 85 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Toyota Caldina.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 146 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Toyota Caldina.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 34 posts

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

January 09, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 141 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Toyota Caldina.

January 10, 2025 Reply

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