[Solved] Is the key code tied to the ECU or the key on a Toyota Innova?

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Captaincrunch
Member since February 2022 • 65 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Toyota Innova?

Posted on February 05, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 545 posts

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

Posted on February 06, 2025

Replies (5)

Netsurfer
Member • 141 posts

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

February 06, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 123 posts

Been stuck with my Toyota Innova for weeks. This might be the fix.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 107 posts

Trying this on my Toyota Innova later. Will report back.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 138 posts

I have a 2011 Toyota Innova, will this method work for that year?

February 09, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 121 posts

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

February 10, 2025 Reply

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