[Issue Closed] Ignition won’t turn - is my Toyota Carina ED asking for a code?

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Frostbite
Member since December 2022 • 60 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Toyota Carina ED?

Posted on January 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 594 posts

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

Posted on January 21, 2025

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Frostbite
Member • 40 posts

Was about to tow my Toyota Carina ED. Let me try this first.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 8 posts

Just tried this on my Toyota Carina ED—anyone else have success?

January 22, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 37 posts

This just might solve my Toyota Carina ED's ignition issue.

January 23, 2025 Reply

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