[Fixed] Trying to DIY program a key for Toyota Highlander 4WD - missing code

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Quantumx
Member since March 2023 • 148 posts

How can I find my Toyota Highlander 4WD's key code to program a new key?

Posted on August 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1746 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota Highlander 4WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 20, 2024

Replies (4)

Bluemoon
Member • 21 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Toyota Highlander 4WD. This might do it.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 118 posts

My Toyota Highlander 4WD has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

August 21, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 31 posts

Just what I needed! My Toyota Highlander 4WD has been acting up lately.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 85 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Toyota Highlander 4WD this hard?!

August 23, 2024 Reply

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