[Solution] Dealer being difficult about Toyota FineS key code

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Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Toyota FineS?

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Appreciate any advice—my Toyota FineS won’t recognize the key.

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Toyota FineS owner.

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Toyota FineS!

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Toyota FineSs?

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Toyota FineS!

My Toyota FineS's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

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