[Free Tool] Where mechanics look for key code on Toyota Prius XLE Hatchback

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Where do dealerships get the key code to program Toyota Prius XLE Hatchback keys?

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Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Toyota Prius XLE Hatchback.

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Toyota Prius XLE Hatchbacks?

I tried this with my Toyota Prius XLE Hatchback but still no luck. Any suggestions?

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

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Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Toyota Prius XLE Hatchback before?

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