[Solution] Ignition won’t turn - is my Toyota Fortuner asking for a code?

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Whitenoise
Member since October 2021 • 72 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Toyota Fortuner for key programming?

Posted on February 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on February 19, 2025

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Neonqueen
Member • 146 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Toyota Fortuner's mystery code.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 142 posts

Key code problems with my Toyota Fortuner as well. Subscribed!

February 20, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
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Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Toyota Fortuner.

February 21, 2025 Reply

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