[Success] Toyota HiAce ECU swap - need to pair new keys?

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Alphamax
Member since December 2022 • 72 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Toyota HiAce key fob?

Posted on August 08, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota HiAce. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Silverfox
Member • 20 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Toyota HiAce—might work for mine too.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 94 posts

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

August 10, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 11 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Toyota HiAce, following this thread.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 7 posts

Same problem on my Toyota HiAce. Watching for any working solutions.

August 12, 2024 Reply

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