[Free Solution] Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD ST185 key not recognized - what code should I enter?

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Voodoochild
Member since August 2022 • 117 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD ST185 for making new keys?

Posted on January 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD ST185. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Vikingking
Member • 104 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD ST185. Trying this instead.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 109 posts

Does this method work for the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD ST185 models from 2010 onward?

January 20, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 114 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD ST185, following this thread.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 25 posts

Really need the key code for my Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD ST185, thanks for sharing!

January 22, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 6 posts

My Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD ST185 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 147 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD ST185's mystery code.

January 24, 2025 Reply

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