[Update] Just changed battery, now Toyota Mirai asks for a PIN code

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Blackbelt
Member since November 2022 • 108 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Toyota Mirai?

Posted on December 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota Mirai. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 28, 2024

Replies (4)

Lightspeed
Member • 130 posts

My Toyota Mirai's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 28, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 79 posts

Just what I needed! My Toyota Mirai has been acting up lately.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 107 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Toyota Mirai, hope this helps.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 143 posts

Been here before with my Toyota Mirai. Let’s see if this one works.

December 31, 2024 Reply

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