[Free Fix] Key programming failed on my Toyota FTX - need code

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Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Toyota FTX

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This is exactly what I need for my Toyota FTX, thanks for posting!

I’ve got a 2012 Toyota FTX, would this method still work?

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