[Confirmed] Replacing remote for Toyota Prius 4 - need access code?

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Echolima
Member since April 2023 • 34 posts

How can I retrieve my Toyota Prius 4's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1240 posts

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

Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (3)

Netsurfer
Member • 69 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Toyota Prius 4's key code issue!

September 17, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 117 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Toyota Prius 4.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 121 posts

Was about to give up on my Toyota Prius 4, but this gives me hope.

September 19, 2024 Reply

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